Logistics Manager Glendale, CA
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in loading and unloading cargo from conveyances such as trucks, and in moving and storing corrugated containers or packaging products. Is also responsible for Transportation to customers and sister plants. Assures that orders of product are delivered to the customer according to the required date and time. Makes sure that product is delivered in good condition according to customer's requirements and specifications.
How you will impact WestRock:
Visit the work area frequently to ensure compliance, and discusses safety issues with team. Explains to team that safety excellence is expected and is a requirement of employment. Encourages the team to report incidents, near-misses and unsafe conditions. SWR employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
Follows all pertinent ISO 9001 procedures and assures that the activities in the Shipping Department adhere to OCCG's quality system
Coordinates with Shipping and Warehouse Distribution Center employees and drivers to verify shipment of goods are delivered on specified date
Communicates with Transportation Company to preclude delays in transit
Coordinates with outside carrier's deliveries that need to be shipped to customers per their requirements
Arranges distribution of materials to appropriate departments upon arrival to the Shipping Department
Inspects products for quality and quantity to ensure adherence to specifications
Responsible for the operation of company's private fleet of vehicles, including maintenance
Responsible for compliance with State/ Federal Regulations including but not limited to: DOT, CHP, CA Pull Notice
Ensure compliance with Union Collective Bargaining Agreement within supervised environment
Responsible for Talent Development of direct reports
Responsible for Workforce Planning within Shipping and Warehouse Distribution
Understand Key Performance Indicators within the Shipping and Warehouse Distribution Center
Schedule meetings with department to address areas of concern
Drive Continuous Improvement throughout area of Supervision
Responsible for Inventory Control accuracy in Shipping and Warehouse Distribution Center
Responsible for Month End inventory in Shipping and Warehouse Distribution Center
Drives Cost Savings and Expense Reduction Measures throughout area of responsibility
Works with Safety Manager to ensure safety rules are enforced
All other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed:
- High school diploma or GED required; Post-secondary education preferred
- Bachelor's Degree is preferred from a 4-year college; or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Working knowledge of computerized inventory control system
- Basic computer skills for data entry
- Must be able to read, write and speak in English
- Good interpersonal & communication skills
- Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processed
- Good mathematical skills -- Ability to understand basic algebra, able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, volume etc. (add and subtract numbers, multiply and divide by 10's and 100's...)
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.