Distribution Warehouse Manager

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:

• •Directs and coordinates activities associated with Warehouse Material Handling and Receiving Requirements, utilizing knowledge of quality control, inventory control, technology, and process improvements.
• •Manages the receiving of products in an efficient and timely manner to meet requirements.
• •Plans layout and execution of warehouse and considers FIFO/KANBAN/WIP requirements for distributing material to necessary departments.
• •Develop inventory control procedures throughout the warehouse and manufacturing floor.
• •Cycle counts, schedules inventory and maintains adequate stock at all times
• •Maintains Trans4M system data for scheduling, purchasing and quality purposes
• •Understands and adheres to all OSHA related requirements for warehouse work
• •Provide safety awareness training to all Warehouse employees.
• •Is willing to be a Certified Forklift Trainer and maintain all employee records as such
• •Provides a safe working environment for all employees.
• •Create an atmosphere where employees and management strive for the same common team goal.
• •Motivates and leads warehouse personnel
• •Frequently attends meetings and interacts with multiple departments to support business needs.
• •Assists in disposal of bad product, manages all resin grinding operations for molding & exterior trash
• •Directs employees on all shifts to support and service Manufacturing as needed
• •Disciplines employees, handles grievances with the guidance of HR, maintains workflow for absences
• •Trains and develops hourly staff, monitors hourly attendance, enforces compliance with company policies and procedures
• •Other duties as assigned by Management

Expectations

• •Manage a safe, clean operation which promotes zero accidents
• •Meet production and delivery schedules
• •Meet operating cost budget
• •Self-starter with ability to work independently, working with top level direction from Plant Management
• •Strong work ethic with the company and customer always as a priority
• •Ability to effectively communicate with all types of people from owners to hourly employees for business results.
• •Very strong analytical and communication skills.
• •Continuous improvement in a leadership role
• •Proven ability to measure and perform against internal and external industry.
• •A positive attitude!
• •Ability to manage time and schedule effectively and timely.

Requirements

• •Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in lieu will be considered
• •5+ years’ experience in Warehouse Operations
• •Organized, detail oriented, Team player
• •Resourceful, with ability to apply critical problem-solving skills
• •Effective Communication Skills
• •Associates degree or better in related field
• •Computer Skills including ERP programs, Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• •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.