Warehouse-Shipping & Receiving Manager

Position Overview

The Warehouse Manager is the individual responsible for overseeing all activities related to the shipping of customer orders, including receiving Raw Materials, Tooling, components, & equipment.  Supports the effort and makes sure that all employees are trained and comply with the Quality Management System as prescribed in the ISO 9001:2000 Standard.  Is responsible for making sure Forklift Operators are qualified and competent to do their job.  Consistently strives for high customer satisfaction while maintaining a safe, low cost working environment. 

Responsibilities

• Shipping - Organize and prepare all outgoing shipments, including banding and wrapping pallets
• ·  Ensure all finished product is labeled correctly and processed accordingly within Amtech
• ·  Loading, unloading, storage and movement of materials through warehouse and production area
• ·  Performs data entry and maintenance of documentation supporting all shipping transactions
• ·  Receive incoming shipments; unload, visually inspect and stock
• ·  Complete Amtech receiving transaction
• ·  Professional and timely communication with customer service and sales team members on order overages and necessary shipping information
• ·  Prepare and maintain shipping supplies and keep department organized
• ·  Assist in other areas and with miscellaneous warehouse tasks as needed
• ·  Assist with shipping questions and training of West shipping department
• ·  Inventory - Complete weekly and monthly inventory counts
• ·  Overall responsibility for inventory accuracy at both South and West locations
• ·  Update inventory in Amtech, investigate any discrepancies and overall responsibility of inventory accuracy
• ·  Ensure inventory remains organized and all inventory has the appropriate load tag attached
• ·  Monitor and communicate to purchasing when inventory of any suppliers or raw material are below minimum on hand quantity requirements
• ·  Perform inventory and receipt adjustments for accuracy
• ·  Complete inventory transfers for all material transported between facilities
• ·  Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• ·  Proactively develop process improvements both internally and within Amtech
• ·  Manage inventory needs to ensure raw materials and finished goods are available to meet production and shipping needs at both locations
• ·  Oversee inventory processes and weekly counts at West facility
• ·  Assist and review to ensure counts are complete and accurate at all times
• ·  Drive the continuous improvement activities in areas of safety, quality, production efficiencies and innovation
• ·  Works with plant technicians to strive for maximum efficiencies in machine production, set up times and run speeds
• ·  Monitors machine run efficiencies and address issues preventing goal attainment
• ·  Engages plant technicians in activities to look for ways to streamline daily processes
• ·  Schedules vacations, and job assignments
• ·  Works with Maintenance Department staff to deliver predictable and reliable equipment performance
• ·  Proactively review operations, identify operational issues and confer with supporting departments to resolve production or processing problems
• ·  Consult with customer service and other departments regarding department machine capabilities and routing of new items
• ·  Reviews and takes corrective action on quality complaints
• ·  Provides input to the strategic and capital improvement planning process for area
• ·  Monitors and ensures that training and employee development of new, and existing employees is taking place for all area employees
• ·  Works with other managers to determine and then eliminate process roadblocks as well as communication issues that may arise between departments
• ·  Conduct team employee meetings to keep employees informed of pertinent business and divisional issues

Qualifications

·  High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelors Level of Degree preferred

·  Equivalent work-related experience acceptable in lieu of degree

·  At least 4+ years prior shipping or inventory experience in a manufacturing environment

·  Computer skills

·  Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment

·  Strong organizational and communication skill

·  Ability to multitask and work in a face paced environment with minimal errors

·  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

·  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

·  Knowledge of planning, production, maintenance, and area operations methods and techniques, lean or process improvement, and other quality programs, as well as workplace safety

·  Ability to clearly and effectively communicate departmental needs and goals up and down the organization; effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels

·  Ability to analyze and interpret production data and take appropriate action to achieve metrics

·  Ability to lead and build a cohesive team while creating a positive culture

·  Ability to recognize needs and create employee training and development plans for areas of responsibility

·  Experience interpreting labor contracts and resolving issues

·  Strong problem solving, decision making and collaboration skills

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com