Essential Job Functions The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
Manages warehouse operations including receiving, shipping, inventory, and warehousing to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, cost and profitability
Directs and manages shipping and/or receiving orders, including loading trucks, inspecting materials or product, and reconciling advanced shipping notices and bills of materials to assure accuracy
Manages dock traffic and ensures that all logistics suppliers follow appropriate policies and procedures
Maintains month-to-month inventory of work-in-process product and finished goods
Manages inventory of shipping materials and supplies, including stretch film, poly bags, shrinks, glue and any consumable materials needed
Directs and participates in cycle counts and physical inventory processes as required
Coordinates with key stakeholders to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands
Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to support continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
Maintains adequate staffing levels to assure production requirements are met
Accountable for departmental key performance metrics to ensure scorecard objectives are met
Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the salaried and hourly shipping and receiving team, working closely with direct reports
Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes
Knowledge of strategies and tools for controlling and optimizing the factors that lie between the purchase of raw materials and delivery of finished products
Ability to effectively manage the business relationship and transactions with the suppliers of raw materials or product components
Knowledge of issues and considerations for effectively managing local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods
Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle
Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting
