Dock Foreman

Position Overview

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking a Dock Foreman to join our team. This position will provide overall organization and direction of all dock activities and perform tasks related to the orderly and accurate flow of materials being shipped or received.

El Cajon, CA

Salary: $45,000 – $60,000

• 2nd: 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• 3rd: 10:30 PM – 6:00 AM

• Check and verify incoming and outgoing loads to ensure accuracy and quality of product and packaging. Note any discrepancies as well as damages.
• Monitor product flows and movement using various computer software applications.
• Consult with production planning team to plan deliveries for the next day.
• Teach and implement safe lifting and loading techniques and regularly evaluate employee compliance.
• Assess efficiency and performance of distribution activities; identify and recommend improvements to shift, department, and facility.
• Ensure product handling and delivery practices meet customer expectations, and daily, weekly, monthly, and annual business objectives.
• Inspect, clean, and lift equipment and supervise the same for material handlers.
• Maintain a well‑organized staging area. Direct the staging of loads to minimize the loading and unloading times and maximize the flow of goods in and out of the dock area.
• As required, conduct accurate cycle counts of product to maintain accurate inventories and minimize possibility of discrepancies.
• Supervise staff to include but not limited to: designating work assignments, providing instruction, reviewing completed work and providing input for performance appraisals.
• Do “build‑ups” of shipped materials. May require re‑configuring, re‑stacking and re‑wrapping of pallets to meet shipping requirements.
• Operate forklift and assist other material handlers in a fast‑paced dock environment on a daily basis.
• Ensure that staff strictly adheres to all safety rules, guidelines and procedures.

• Two (2) years of dock foreman, warehouse crew lead, or other related S&R experience.
• Experience with hand‑counts and cycle counts strongly preferred.
• Hi‑Lo experience required.
• Experience with railcars is a plus.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, analytical and problem‑solving skills.

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA) set us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company‑paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.