Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor at Plastipak

Havre de Grace, Maryland, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Warehousing, PlasticsIndustries

Requirements

Associates degree in relevant major and/or 3-5 years of relevant warehousing experience (preferably in manufacturing environment)
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Previous demonstrated leadership skills and/or roles
Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Possess strong safety focus
Technically oriented and knowledgeable in manufacturing systems
Strong decision making skills with limited information
Independent thinker and effective troubleshooter
Ability to meet all Material Handler Requirements
Prior experience in warehousing operations and forklift operations
Prior experience in continuous improvement
In-depth knowledge of policies related to safety, GMP, WCP, and all applicable supervisory guidelines

Responsibilities

Lead the team toward meeting or exceeding operational goals; help resolve equipment issues, manage break schedules, understand and communicate schedule changes, plan, assign and direct work, etc. while adhering to safety, quality and site standards
Provide coaching and feedback to associates and perform performance management activities
Keep accurate paperwork and submit all required paperwork to the proper authority
Maintain organized facilities including the placement of all materials in designated locations, including maintaining cleanliness of warehouse and designated plant areas
Take physical inventories as directed; investigate inventory discrepancies as needed
Utilize the supplied computer system to perform certain job duties
Effectively communicate with other warehouse supervisors and also with production leadership to ensure teams are working together to contribute to the overall success of the site
Maintain ownership of training for associates on shift; including but not limited to new hire training, compliance training and new procedure training
Participate in site programs including but not limited to; find it, fix it program involving inventory, near misses and safety one-on-ones; see necessary corrective actions through to closure and document accordingly
Communicate with customers and transportation vendors when circumstances require
Operate forklift safely, following all quality procedures, and with regard to pedestrians and other lifts, in open and tight areas

Skills

Warehouse Management

Team Leadership

Forklift Operation

Inventory Control

Performance Management

Safety Compliance

GMP

Computer Systems

Scheduling

Training

Communication

Plastipak

Produces sustainable plastic packaging solutions

About Plastipak

Plastipak specializes in producing plastic packaging solutions, particularly lightweight PET bottles, using advanced hot fill injection blow molding technology. This process creates durable packaging suitable for various liquid products, ensuring they remain shelf-stable. The company stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability through its "bottle to bottle" recycling approach, which transforms used bottles into new ones, significantly reducing waste. Plastipak's goal is to provide custom packaging solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from large corporations to smaller businesses, while also enhancing operational efficiency through its global recycling centers and logistics services. The company is committed to innovation, with dedicated centers for developing new packaging technologies.

Plymouth Township, MichiganHeadquarters

1967Year Founded

DEBTCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Leadership transition as CEO William C. Young steps down may cause strategic shifts.

Patent litigation risks, highlighted by the 2020 lawsuit against Premium Waters.

Increased competition in the plastic aerosol packaging market from major players.

Differentiation

Plastipak leads in sustainable packaging with its 'bottle to bottle' recycling approach.

The company offers custom packaging solutions tailored to diverse client needs globally.

Plastipak's innovative SprayPET Revolution is a fully recyclable, metal-free aerosol container.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable packaging boosts Plastipak's market position and innovation.

Partnership with LanzaTech reduces carbon footprint in PET production, enhancing sustainability.

Expansion of recycling centers, like in Toledo, Spain, aligns with circular economy trends.

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