Bachelor's degree or 10 years of related experience
Proven leadership skills and experience
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills
Team-oriented and self-motivated
Flexible with job assignments
Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the site steering team
Report on quality system effectiveness for the Site Steering Team
Verify adherence to safety and quality procedures
Maintain customer and carrier contacts for quality and service issues
Review production planning and scheduling
Ensure compliance with ISO standards
Monitor logistics metrics like on-time delivery and inventory accuracy
Benefits
Comprehensive wellness programs
Health insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Employee Assistance Program
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan with matching contributions
Paid time off and holidays
Tuition assistance and scholarship programs
Full Job Description
As Logistics Manager, you lead demand planning, scheduling, warehousing & delivery operations for Plastipak's Atlanta facility. You collaborate with multiple functions, including Quality, Procurement and Manufacturing Production, as well as carriers, vendors and customers. Your team contributes to Plastipak's ranking as an industry leader in the design and manufacture of rigid plastic containers.
You Will
Manage a team to achieve best possible outcomes for complete and on-time delivery to customers, minimal days on hand, logistics and warehouse costs, inventory accuracy and shrinkage
Maintain the Finished Goods Management Program, providing for the movement and storage of finished products
Strategically plan production schedules & line utilization to ensure production schedules meet forecasts, business demand plans and deadlines.
Review and revise product Master Data for planning, scheduling and warehousing
Perform monthly cycles of Supply Network Planning, publishing results to the leadership team
Maintain communication with internal colleagues, customers and carriers
Uphold & contribute to our positive work environment where safety, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction are top priorities
You Have
Bachelor's degree in Business preferred
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience with logistics/warehousing/production planning functions within a manufacturing environment
An in-depth understanding of end-to-end manufacturing and distribution functions
Proven experience managing a team
Solid leadership, influence and interpersonal skills to relate with and motivate people
Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma & continuous improvement practices
ERP system proficiency, with SAP preferred
As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:
Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
EAP, Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
Paid Company Holidays
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiving via Care.com
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Travel Assistance
Employee Discount Programs
*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements
About Plastipak Packaging
Plastipak Packaging is a global packaging solutions provider that specializes in the design, manufacturing, and recycling of plastic containers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan. Plastipak offers a range of packaging solutions for various industries including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. The company operates over 60 production sites across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Plastipak is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of recycled materials and the development of eco-friendly packaging solutions.
