Manufacturing Operations Coordinator (Marketing)

As the Manufacturing Coordinator, you will support cross-functional departments to achieve successful & efficient operations. This role is fundamental in supporting logistics, inventory, safety, and employee engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to provide meaningful impact towards business goals and enable Plastipak to meet and exceed customer expectations!

You Will:

• Support various operational disciplines in a 25-30 person manufacturing plant; including safety, logistics, spare parts inventory, and employee engagement.
• Lead the Safety Committee and champion a safety first culture.
• Administer the site safety program, including documentation, training, and audits.
• Coordinate with Plastipak's customers to evaluate and set production schedules; ensure all necessary raw materials and personnel are available to meet customer expectations. 
• Monitor the storage and movement of raw materials; maintain accurate and updated inventory levels and cycle counts.
• Champion employee engagement programs and serve as a resource and liaison between associates and regional HR support.
• Manage and develop a team of four direct reports within the logistics department and spare parts room.

You Have:

• At least 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing or distribution center environment.
• Experience interacting with cross-functional departments to achieve both administrative and operational goals.
• Proven contribution to a safety-first culture, participation in a Safety Committee preferred.
• Experience leading and motivating others, either formally or informally.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to serve as an effective leader and representative of Plastipak.

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance:  Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off    - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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