Description:
American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for a Distribution/Warehouse Manager for our Jefferson City, MO location. This position will report to the Plant Manager.
Responsibilities:
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Directs and coordinates activities associated with Warehouse Material Handling and Receiving Requirements, utilizing knowledge of quality control, inventory control, technology, and process improvements.
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Manages the receiving of products in an efficient and timely manner to meet requirements.
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Plans layout and execution of warehouse and considers FIFO/KANBAN/WIP requirements for distributing material to necessary departments.
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Develop inventory control procedures throughout the warehouse and manufacturing floor.
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Cycle counts, schedules inventory and maintains adequate stock at all times
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Maintains Trans4M system data for scheduling, purchasing and quality purposes
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Understands and adheres to all OSHA related requirements for warehouse work
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Provide safety awareness training to all Warehouse employees.
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Is willing to be a Certified Forklift Trainer and maintain all employee records as such
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Provides a safe working environment for all employees.
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Create an atmosphere where employees and management strive for the same common team goal.
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Motivates and leads warehouse personnel
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Frequently attends meetings and interacts with multiple departments to support business needs.
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Assists in disposal of bad product, manages all resin grinding operations for molding & exterior trash
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Directs employees on all shifts to support and service Manufacturing as needed
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Disciplines employees, handles grievances with the guidance of HR, maintains workflow for absences
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Trains and develops hourly staff, monitors hourly attendance, enforces compliance with company policies and procedures
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Other duties as assigned by Management
Expectations
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Manage a safe, clean operation which promotes zero accidents
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Meet production and delivery schedules
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Meet operating cost budget
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Self-starter with ability to work independently, working with top level direction from Plant Management
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Strong work ethic with the company and customer always as a priority
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Ability to effectively communicate with all types of people from owners to hourly employees for business results.
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Very strong analytical and communication skills.
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Continuous improvement in a leadership role
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Proven ability to measure and perform against internal and external industry.
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A positive attitude!
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Ability to manage time and schedule effectively and timely.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in lieu will be considered
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5+ years’ experience in Warehouse Operations
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Organized, detail oriented, Team player
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Resourceful, with ability to apply critical problem-solving skills
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Effective Communication Skills
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Associates degree or better in related field
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Computer Skills including ERP programs, Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
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Results Driven with the ability to deliver productivity improvements year-over-year
If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.
