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American Packaging Logistics Specialist in Columbus, Wisconsin
Logistics Specialist
Columbus, WI (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Rotogravure+Printing+and+Lamin+Columbus+WI+USA+53925)
Description
For over a century, American Packaging Corporation (APC) has been a leading flexible packaging converter for customers throughout North America. We nurture our employees by providing competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs. These are just a few reasons why we were named a “Best of the Best” in the Best Workplaces in the Americas awards for 12 years in a row. APC’s longstanding success is fueled from the inside out, and we consistently seek to improve our internal operations to propel that success into the future.
SUMMARY:Manage all shipments through use of a Transportation Management System (TMS). The logistics specialist will be responsible for managing preparation of and routing to delivery. Logistics specialist is responsible for notifying customer service about any delays in the delivery schedule. Staying on top of all deliveries and coordinating with other departments are essential qualities to possess in this fast-paced team environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Coordinates, processes, and reviews shipments to our customers in the most cost effective and timely manner possible. Includes creating Bill of Ladings, packing lists, NAFTA and other documentation needed.
Communications with internal team members as well as external communication with customers and carriers. In conjunction with the APC logistics Manager, helps manage and defuse escalated situations.
Manage the process of looking ahead and combing orders to find a cost effective and timely delivery
Submitting and managing claims issued to carriers.
Maintains inventory of department supplies as needed.
Assists with receiving and shipping of UPS and Federal Express deliveries as needed.
Participate in department safety activities and safety team activities.
Identity’s process improvements
Tracking Shipment to ensure on time delivery
Arrange expedited shipments to ensure timely delivery , confirm cost on spreadsheet
Review documents and shipment contents prior to releasing them from our facility
Track and analyze mis-shipments to ensure they don’t occur.
Provide tracking information upon request.
Respond to customer inquiries and refer clients to the appropriate channels
Ensure quality of all services and processes within the facility
Ability to process NAFTA paperwork according to federal regulations.
Work with off-site warehouse, outsource vendors to ensure proper paperwork and pick ups are made in a timely manner
Manage Inventory disputes with both internal and off-site warehouses
All shipments that shipped, remove from the AS400/EFI no later than the next day by 9 am for Accounting to bill.
Provide Shipping/Receiving with paperwork to prepare orders for shipping
Ensure all Authorizations to Destroy, Authorizations to Invoice and Defective Material Forms are completed in a timely manner.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate’s (A.S.) or Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Logistics; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to handle pressure and get along well with peers. And find creative solutions to situations. Certified purchasing manager or Certified in Production and Inventory management. Helpful but not required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred, but not necessary. Acceptable prior work history
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to communicate clearly to every level of the organization. Ability to effectively assemble and present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES
Candidate must possess/exhibit the following skills/abilities
Absenteeism: at work every day on time
Uncompromised Accuracy
Utilize APC computer software applications (AS400, QT9, Filemaker Pro,etc)
Communication Skills: technical information, internal/external customers, all levels of employees
Conflict Resolution
Confidentiality
Deadlines
Attention to Detail
Fork truck license
Independence
Mechanical aptitude
Organizational skills
Shift work
Team: work as a member/ with all employees
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at APC-Careers@americanpackaging.com.