Mgr I, Logistics

Smurfit Westrock plc; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Glendale, AZ, is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to oversee loading/unloading, coordinate with drivers, and ensure on-time delivery per customer requirements. You will manage a private fleet, maintain product quality, and support safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, experience with inventory control systems, strong English communication, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Experience with inventory control systems.
• Strong reading, writing and English communication.
• Organized, detail-oriented, proactive.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly.
• Basic math skills including proportions and percentages.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate loading/unloading and warehouse activities.
• Ensure on-time delivery per schedule and maintain product integrity.
• Coordinate with shipping, drivers, and customers; monitor shipments.
• Ensure compliance with safety, DOT/CHP and union agreements.
• Develop talent and plan workforce within Shipping and Warehouse.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage inventory accuracy and month-end counts.
• Cost-saving and expense reduction initiatives.

Skills

Inventory control

English fluency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical ability

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Computerized inventory system

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The opportunity:

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
• 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.