Manufacturing Logistics Services

Build a Resilient Manufacturing Supply Chain

Safeguard your organization’s logistical operations with reliable flatbed, LTL and cross-border shipping services, plus access to four strategically located warehouse spaces perfect for your just-in-time delivery needs.

Food & Beverage

Our team has reliably shipped food and beverage freight for as long as we’ve been in business.

Plastic, Packaging & Containers

From the smallest acrylic envelopes to the largest crates, we’ll get your plastics and packaging where it needs to go.

Pulp & Paper

We’re no strangers to finished paper or pulp product deliveries.

Building Materials

Keep construction projects running smoothly (and contractors happy) with on-time material deliveries.

Industrial Machinery & Equipment

Large, unwieldy machinery can pose a logistical headache. First Call has the trucks, equipment and personnel for any job.

Chemicals & Related Products

We’ll handle all of your chemical shipments, be they hazardous or harmless.

Automotive Parts

Confidently deliver car, truck and motorcycle parts to their final destination on time and in prime condition.

Pharmaceuticals

You know the deal by now – First Call can handle all pharmaceutical needs safely and securely, with clear load visibility from pickup to delivery.

Why Our Partners Choose First Call

Dedicated Customer Team

We’re here to answer your calls and help you arrange customized shipments any time, any day.

Reliable Capacity Network

Our network of owned and contract carriers and trucks ensures freight is delivered at a great price.

Dependable Delivery Times

Reliable delivery times you can count on, no matter the weather or traffic conditions.

Simplify your Next Shipment with First Call Logistics

Building and managing cost-efficient supply chains is a full-time job. First Call’s rare combination of in-house assets, expert problem-solving and track record of stellar customer service makes us the 3PL of choice for business partners with a wide range of shipping needs.

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Testimonials

“Working with First Call Logistics has not only reduced my transportation spend, but their level of service and transparency to real-time information has had a great impact on improving costly inventory levels. With First Call, I spend less time chasing loads and more time executing on the plans to grow our business.”

-Mike, Retail

“I always look for good rates and follow-through. That’s why First Call is my preferred vendor.”

-Leonard, Shipper at Produce Company

"I'm so pleased with the First Call team - both the resources assigned to us, and the way they treat our customers!"

-Rachelle, Shipper at Produce Company

"First Call always paid on time and would get me back-hauls whenever possible which was great."

–Wayne, Carrier

"Produce can prove to be a challenging business. You have to choose to surround yourself with good people. First Cal has certainly stepped up and become a valuable partner. Grow Farms is better with this partnership."

-Tommy, Shipper at Produce Company

Solutions Built for Your Business

Dry Van Full Truckload (FTL)

Temperature-Controlled Truckload

Less-than-Truckload (LTL)

Box & Straight Trucks

Drop Trailer

Cross Border Shipping

Expedited Shipping

HAZMAT

Project Freight

High Value

Power Only

Drayage

White Glove

Cross Docking

Warehousing

Pallet Restacking

Resources

Insights to Move You Forward

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Strengthening Supply Chains with Decentralized Warehousing

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