SUMMARY:

Responsible for all packaging coordination with customers / suppliers, including maintaining packaging fleet calculators, monitoring customer packaging portals, filling claims and performing audits for packaging, entering CLIPS manifest for all direct ships, leading special cost savings projects associated with packaging, and also working closely with program teams during launch phase of a new program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily entry of customer container manifests, expendable shipment approval and expendable claim filing for all plants.
• Monitor returnable dunnage tracking and file discrepancy forms as needed. File claims for loss / damage.
• Be central contact for all customer and packaging questions and information needed
• Work with customers and program teams on new launches and requested container changes
• Maintain customer packaging portals
• Develop quotes for new customers / programs
• Configure packaging for customer and supplier use
• Evaluate and lead projects to convert suppliers to returnable dunnage. Gather cost and demonstrate the long-term savings with returnable dunnage
• Work closely with receiving dock to improve returns process, so all suppliers receive their returnable dunnage back
• Conduct customer packaging counts for audits
• Manage returnable container repair flow

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

Must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with suppliers, quality, production, engineering, program management, purchasing, all levels of management, and other plant and office personnel. Attention to detail and accuracy. Must have good computer skills with a working knowledge of AS400 and browser based ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), Microsoft Windows. Must understand ERP systems, Bills of Material, JIT Manufacturing, Blueprints, Work Instructions, Shipping and Receiving in a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent; and 4-5 years related experience and/or training in automotive; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must have strong mathematical skills

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications as well as AS400 and Browser based ERP systems.

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 process several abstract and concrete variables. Must be able to assess reasonableness of the analysis performed.

· Good organizational skills

· Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy

· Must have good working knowledge of MRP and reading customer and supplier releases

· Must have the flexibility to work extended hours or respond at irregular hours and times as needed

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Driver’s License is required.

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 frequently required to sit for extended periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person