Warehouse Supervisor (3rd shift) (Visalia, CA, US, 93278)

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

POSITION PURPOSE

This position will work the 3rd shift (12am – 8am)

• Supervises and coordinates the day-to-day shift activities of the Shipping and Receiving Department, by providing leadership and supervision to Shipping and Receiving employees.
• Serves as a link between plant and partner carriers.
• Serves as the link between direct reports and middle / upper management.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversees movement of incoming and outgoing materials / product at plant and external warehouse including raw materials, finished goods, scrap, and plant supplies.

• Prepares daily LDI reports

• Confers and corresponds with Graphic Packaging’s centralized services and logistic groups

• Communicates with carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials, including pickup and delivery times, damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications

• Communicates customer shipping requirements to scheduling and material handlers

• Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates

• Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments

• Determines space requirements and placement of shipments in trucks and in warehouse

• Maintains corrugate inventory and orders daily based on production needs

• Works with vendors to create and change corrugate specifications according to new business and/or for continuous improvement opportunities.

• Oversees daily audits of product movement and inventory location to ensure accuracy

• Researches, compiles, and prepares reports, correspondence, and other information pertaining to incoming and outgoing shipments, as well as, identifies and resolves report discrepancies or errors.

• Examines procedures and recommends changes to save time, labor, and other costs and to improve quality control and operating efficiency.

• Works with employees to maintain a safe work environment. Leads and supports subordinates to work in a safe manner and to seek improvements in work practices.

• Observes subordinates to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards.

• Responsible for department housekeeping including WIP area, offsite warehouse, and bale room.

• Ensures maintenance of material handling equipment. Ensures inspections are conducted. Ensures maintenance is notified of defective equipment.

• Instructs subordinates in job duties or arranges for training to be provided.

• Facilitates team meetings, intervenes as necessary to keep the team’s goals and results consistent with company direction, and works with the team members to develop their full potential.

• Initiates and conducts personnel actions such as discipline, performance evaluations, and payroll

• Evaluates subordinate job performance and recommends appropriate personnel action.

• Administer, communicate, and interprets work procedures and company policies to subordinates
• Provides subordinates with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems. Resolves grievances or submits unsettled disputes to management.

• May deliver or route materials to departments using work devices such as hand truck, fork truck, or roll grab

• Maintains packing specs in SAP

• Weekend rotation – coverage is required. Will work rotating Saturday and Sundays (12 hour days)

• Shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International’s good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, and to act consistently with our core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, GED

• BS degree in related field and/or equivalent experience in a converting facility is preferred

• Leadership Skills - ability to motivate people to perform at high levels
• Computer Skills: SAP, MS Office, and database programs

• Experience with web presses and straight-line gluers is preferred

• On call scheduling resource outside normal work hours

• Professional oral and written communication skills

• Detail oriented, self-starter , organized

• Ability to work overtime (greater than 40 hours per week)

Pay Range: $59,175.00 - $78,900.00

GPI’s Benefit Program

Competitive Pay
401(k) w/employer matching
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Various Voluntary benefits
Adoption Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [email protected] . 

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