Title:  Group Leader Warehouse

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

THIS POSITION HAS FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

POSITION SUMMARY:

The shipping/warehouse lead is responsible for maintaining the shipping department and ensuring product is being processed according to customer specifications. The shipping lead is also responsible for ensuring that that the warehouse is kept clean and orderly and, all forklifts are being properly maintained and maintenances when necessary.

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work with the shipping manager for the scheduling of shipping associates.
2. Oversee the proper processing of product packaging and storage.
3. Knowledge of proper loading procedures and ability to assist when needed.
4. Maintain communication with shipping manager and production supervisors.

MANAGERIAL / SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Directly supervise/manage 2 – 4 associates in the shipping department.
2. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. 
3. Responsibilities include helping to plan, assign and direct the work force. 
4. Ensure that all orders are billed and shipped correctly.
5. Instruct department associates of their responsibilities to safety and quality.
6. Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

1. Previous experience in the shipping/warehouse department.
2. Trained and certified forklift operator.
3. Ability to operate yard truck.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

1. Ability to schedule department associates for efficient operation
2. Knowledge of proper packaging and placement in warehouse

KEY BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESS

1. Ability to work in a team environment
2. Knowledge and use of proper PPE when required.
3. Excellent attendance

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.