Assistant Warehouse Leader

Responsibilities

• Cover shift responsibilities in the absence/vacation of other shift Warehouse Leaders.
• Assist Warehouse Manager and Raw Materials Manager in overseeing the Finished Goods and Raw Material Handlers on shift.
• Verify adherence to all procedures within Safety, Corporate / Site Quality System, Operational Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain and adhere to work instructions for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
• Ensure efficient movement and storage of all raw materials and finished product in all warehouses.
• Maintain FIFO system of inventory as required by customers.
• Ensure accuracy of transactions, product scanning, finished goods inventory, and inventory reliability.
• Document all shipments both inbound and outbound.
• Maintain ISO and Food Safety standards.
• Communicate between shifts and departments.
• Assign staffing to meet daily requirements in all warehouse locations.
• Provide instruction to shuttle drivers regarding transfers to outside warehouses, and maintain accurate trailer inventory through DYMS.
• Communicate repair of equipment and property.
• Coordinate staffing requirements based on load, adjusting levels by shift.
• Provide performance evaluation and disciplinary purpose to shift associates.
• Ensure warehouse associates are properly trained with assigned Material Handler Training Program and that training and boards are completed within assigned timeframe.
• Perform performance evaluations on all shift associates.
• Ensure all warehouse locations meet Plastipak Packaging GMP standards by supporting and enforcing cleaning of warehouse and proper storage of products.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently – assist in the training and testing of new hires and existing associates.
• Maintain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Report food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action, and initiate action(s) for food safety issues and report issue(s) and action(s) taken to a member of the Food Safety Team.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.

We Offer Set Schedules: 12‑hour shifts and a rotating 2‑week standard schedule of 3 days, then 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full‑time associate.

Stability & Growth:
We follow a strong promote‑from‑within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty.

Advancement:
We prioritize promotion from within!

Rewards:
Receive premium pay for your valued skills!

Verify adherence to all procedures within Safety, Corporate / Site Quality System, Operational Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Maintain and adhere to work instructions for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.

Responsible for accuracy of transactions, product scanning, finished goods inventory, and inventory reliability.

Coordinate staffing requirements based on workload, adjusting levels by shift.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3 to 5 years prior related work experience.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, climb on and off lift and to sit, stand and move about the facility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage:
  Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 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
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
  * Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer.