Shipping Lead Operator

Maximize your potential, own your impact. We are Charter Next Generation (CNG). We are curious. We are courageous. We are competitive. We are North America’s leading independent producer of high-performance, specialty film, and flexible packaging solutions for a greener tomorrow. Join us and our 2,100 employee-owners now as we passionately pursue sustainable solutions to create a better world.

 This career opportunity is located at our CNG facility in Lexington, Ohio.

WHAT WE OFFER – OUR HARD-WORKING TEAM DESERVES BENEFITS THAT WORK FOR THEM:

Maximize your potential, own your impact.

Total rewards:

• Significant earning potential in year 1
• Progressive pay with skills development
• Additional earnings through employee ownership program
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Benefits day 1
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary overtime
• Two weeks’ vacation within first year
• Holiday pay

Growth:

• Career advancement opportunities within 15 manufacturing facilities in the US
• Leadership development
• Technical training
• Innovative and quick to market
• Accelerated company growth

People & Culture:

• Flexibility (Work 15 days a month)
• Sustainability leader
• Safety & quality driven
• Fast-paced work environment
• Purpose-driven & Values-based
• Community partners
• Earth stewardship

Shift schedule/hours:

• C Shift: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday e/o Saturday 7:00am-7:00pm

Compensation:

• Starting wage ranges from $23.00 , dependent upon experience

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
  You will be responsible for the operation and output of assigned production lines which include but are not limited to:

• Support safe operations and a strong safety culture in Shipping
• Manage daily activities of storage and distribution locations during assigned shifts
• Support shifts in process improvement projects and continuous improvement culture
• Support inventory count and accuracy activities for assigned areas on assigned shifts
• Ensure goods are dispatched on time, in the correct quantities and to the appropriate destinations
• Oversee warehouse daily operations, and development for assigned team members
• Manage compliance with product safety and quality for assigned facilities during assigned shifts
• Communicate efficiently with CSRs, customers, carriers, and vendors as needed
• Ensure goods are stored handled properly to prevent loss or damage during assigned shifts
• Ensure that equipment in assigned areas is monitored and maintained for safe and reliable performance and that assigned equipment receives preventative maintenance
• Expedite finished goods from production plant docks to DC/MW for order fulfillment as needed
• Work collaboratively with material managers at plants, finishing building and Sustainability Center to ensure efficient movement of product to/from DC/MW
• Support periodic inventory count process
• Proficiency in WMS system to ensure adherence to product FIFO
• Validate WMS system for valid inventory storage accuracy
• Proficiency in auto rack system operation, trouble shooting and problem solving with Mecalux
• Performs DC Shipping Operator job responsibilities as needed
• Performs MW job responsibilities as needed
• Drive and maintain a positive work culture through continuous improvement initiatives.

OUR SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ensure that safety and health concerns are given primary consideration in all activities
• Follows company guidelines and actively participates in all safety processes
• Carry out job/area specific housekeeping duties and maintain a high standard of professionalism
• Look for, report, and correct any near misses/unsafe conditions or behaviors as soon as possible
• Produce quality materials to be distributed to customers
• Maintain production volume and efficiency
• Identify needed changes and make recommendations - find a better way
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, requesting supervisor assistance when needed

OUR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of logistics experience 
• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent verbal and written communication. 
• Deals effectively with all levels of company personnel.
• Must be in good standing with CNG
• Ability to work well with others and lead a team, focusing on coaching and training others.
• Sound decision making 

Physical Work and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member 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 team member is regularly required to stand most of their 12-hour shift on a cement production floor. The team member frequently is required to use arms to reach and hands to handle or feel. The team member must repetitively lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. Must be able to routinely climb stairs and work safely around numerous hot surfaces and rotating equipment.
• Team members are also required to frequently talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Team members in this role are exposed to seasonal temperature/humidity changes that can be near 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Are our values a match for you?

• Committed – We act with integrity and respect for one another.
• Collaborative – We are better when we work together.
• Caring – We strive to be socially conscious in all we do.
• Courageous – We take risks to achieve better outcomes.
• Curious – We encourage new thinking to reimagine what’s possible.
• Competitive – We play to win.

If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our CNG team today!

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