Shipping & Warehouse Manager Location Burlington, WI : Role description: The Shipping and Warehouse Manager works with customers, suppliers, and employees to meet requirements of on-time deliveries without error or damage on shipments while maintaining outside warehousing transportation and labor cost at or below budget. This role is responsible for the plant location and outside warehouses' inventory accuracy. Responsibilities: Collaborates with the health and safety team to administer an effective safety program Lead quarterly cycle counts Determine the best location for storing products to maximize space and convenience Create outbound shipments based on forecasted need Assign shipping and warehousing locations, coordinate shipping releases with customers and plant shipping employees, and adjust shipping schedules as needed Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse Manage direct reports by providing coaching, skills development opportunities, and cross-functional training Utilize class tracking systems (SAP, WMS, WM, AGV, etc.) to provide the company with maximum visibility and ability to make timely and informed decisions with finished goods inventory towards customer fulfillment Ensure proper management of forklifts and other power industrial trucks through daily inspection reports, aging, and reliability Troubleshoot and escalate systems issues as needed Comply with environmental and food safety standards as outlined in plant policies and programs within the department Minimum skills / qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Five (5) years of experience in the distribution center, warehousing, and shipping Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory role Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Previous experience with a warehouse management system Proficient communicator and organizational skills Ability to problem solve and work within a team environment Proven ability to take initiative Preferred skills / qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or a related field Previous experience in a union environment Previous experience working with SAP About Ardagh Group Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 16,000 people with revenues of almost $7 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe and the Americas. Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from? Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality? Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day? Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you'll enjoy the journey! Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
