Employment Opportunities in Packaging:

See below for excellent opportunities we have in the Packaging Industries. For more information on any of these or to submit your resume, please call us at 800-388-7986. This is not a complete list of positions we are currently recruiting for. If your background is in this industry and you are looking for employment, please call us.

Shipping Supervisor -Southeastern Texas    60k per year                        New Listing as of 3/8/12

Compensation = $60,000/year

• Relocation Assistance – on case by case basis
• This person does not have to have experience in the corrugated packaging business but it’s helpful
• We are looking for someone who has been in a leadership role, who has led, mentored and coached others. They must possess excellent communication skills, be able to multi-task and work well under deadlines and with pressure.
• This person will report to the Plant Manager.

Objective:

The Logistics – Shipping/Receiving Manager is a proven leader who is responsible for the implementation and execution of  our client's processes and procedures. Shipping/Receiving Manager successfully leads, oversees and manages logistics,  shipping, receiving and warehousing for the entire company. The Logistics Shipping and Receiving Manager is responsible for the efficient planning, scheduling and coordinating of the delivery and receipt of products and goods that are essential to the success of our client. Shipping and Receiving is responsible for delivering the right product at the right time at the right place at the agreed upon costs every time with the goal being that of total Customer satisfaction.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leader, mentor, manager and guide to the entire shipping and receiving process and all those associated with the shipping and receiving department.

• Lead, oversee, manage, and direct shipping and logistics employees; assign duties; examine work for exactness, neatness and conformance to policy and procedures.

• Identify employee’s skills and develop them by coaching and counseling employees on a regular basis.

• Continuously build a team across all disciplines associated with Shipping and Receiving  including but not limited to Forklift Drivers, Warehouse Workers, Inventory Specialists, etc.

• Maintain procedures and ensure full compliance of the regulations governing the movement of goods.

• Reconcile inventory results on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.

• Leverage and implement best practices driving continuous inventory improvements.

• Validates shipment, receipt, and invoices for all product received and shipped.

• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external customers.

• Deliver timely communications on all issues including shipments, deliveries, equipment/service needs.

• Keep current on the transportation management system’s abilities/shortcomings.

• Manage all aspects of warehousing.

• Maintain all record keeping utilizing the company’s data bases and systems.

• Implement, support, and maintain operational procedures.

• Work with other departments – production, customer service, purchasing, and fulfillment to ensure coordination of all activities.

• Direct and lead team to ensure shipments are received into inventory and processed per company standards; ensures proper inventory management.

• Work with Customer Service to maintain adequate inventory levels.

• Provide regular reporting to the Plant Manager on logistics issues.

• Conduct annual performance reviews and provide continual feedback on both positive and negative performance.

• Process weekly payroll; ensure records are accurate and aligned with company policies regarding overtime, sick time and vacation time.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Forklift, Fleet and Driver Management

• Maintain DOT files. Ensure DOT compliance by regularly checking and updating driver’s files.

• Oversee fleet maintenance initiatives – trucks and forklifts.

• Manage and oversee off site delivery drivers; ensure service standards are maintained; resolve customer issues.

• Conduct annual forklift training; provide training records to Human Resources

• Maintain a safe working environment in the shipping/receiving area.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities in which employees are willing to follow.

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Logistics Manager and Leader in fast paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience in the corrugated packaging industry is helpful and preferred.

• High School Diploma. 

• Excellent problem solving skills.

• Excellent organization and time management skills with great attention to detail.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for warehouse and plant safety.

• Strong foundation in interpersonal communication concepts, specifically written, oral presentation, listening and facilitation skills.

• High level of knowledge of DOT regulations.

• Knowledge and experience in Inventory Management Systems

• Experience in Training and Employee Development , i.e. – Forklift Training, Driver Safety Training and Safe Work Habits.

• Driver and fleet management skills.

• Able to work in a fast paced environment with large volume and critical delivery parameters

• Able to handle a large volume of e-mails and phone calls.

• Able to work a flexible work schedule, early morning, evenings and weekends included.

• Well versed in Microsoft Office Suite.

Graphic Designer/Production Artist $60-70k South            New Listing as of 2/24/12

Looking for a highly creative and multi-talented Graphic Designer / Production Artist with extensive experience in the conception, design and production of print. To assist the sales team to help create new opportunities and prepare files to be released to printers in an efficient and timely manner utilizing company supplied tools and resources while maintaining excellent relationships with the sales team, manufacturing team and customer service representatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interface with customers / sales staff on initial designs.

• Understand customer products and challenges in marketplace.

• Accompany sales personnel on design-related meetings when needed.

• Develop and communicate design ideas for customer approval.

• Create 2D and 3D art concepts for packaging / display concepts and retail store layouts.

• Review client supplied files for accuracy, checking to making sure the files are stripped up to the correct cad structure, color break are setup correctly, verify all fonts are included, evaluating CT resolution and color also adjusting bleeds for production orders.

• Develop distribution and in-store setup instruction sheets for displays.

• Develop PowerPoint presentations.

• Photograph product shots and digitally archive files in an asset management site.

• Digitally record display setup instruction, edit and burn to disc.

• Generate display mock-ups (prepare files, print, laminate and cut out sample).

• Maintaining Mac systems and keeping software up to date.

• Communicate with production staff to ascertain design feasibility.

• Work with outside suppliers / vendors as needed.

• Attend press checks when necessary.

• Keep up with the trends of the industry.

• Initiate action to prevent problems, document quality problems, contribute solutions to problems, verify implementation of solutions and control further processing when a problem is identified.

• Keep work area clean and well organized. Maintain, organize and update records.

• Personify a “team attitude” and provide support to others as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Software Proficiency / Mac Platform

Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Illustrator CS3, Adobe InDesign CS3,

Freehand 10, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.

3D and web development skills are plus.

• Design:

Ability to deliver highly creative eye catching design concepts for client presentations packaging designs, POP displays and retail store layouts delivering the concepts via

sketches, 2D design concepts, 3D design concepts or mock-up samples.

• Production Prepress:

Excessive knowledge in preparing files to print successfully through various printing processes.

Responsible: breaking color, color corrections, verifying structure, checking fonts,

adjusting bleeds, printing out content proof and proof reading.

• Good organizational skills.

• Solid math skills: calculation, percentages, measurements.

• Maintains a high attention to detail.

• Above - average problem - solving skills.

• Able to prepare and maintain complex records and files.

• Ability to carry out complex instructions. Able to read and interpret documents such as packaging design specification, operating instructions, training and procedure manuals.

• Multitasking ability to solve various problems and deal with a variety of situations in which little detail or standardization exists.

• Able to facilitate communication between customers, sales representatives and production personnel.

• Must work well under pressure with multiple interruptions and able to meet tight deadlines.

• Must work well in a team environment.

• College degree in graphic design, with knowledge of computer design and printing processes.

• 5 years graphics design experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Corrugated packaging experience strongly preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

For more information and to apply for this position, please contact Bob Nevin with C. H. Nevin & Associates, LLC 800-388-7986.

We have a need for an outstanding Converting Supervisor for a major integrated Corrugated Box plant located in Central MA.

Our client will pay between $55,000 and $65,000 with attractive benefits and relocation assistance.

We are looking for someone who has at least 3 years in a leadership role either as a Leadman or supervisor in the converting department. We need someone with knowledge of and working experience with the various machines and crews in the converting department. Must have excellent skills in leadership, quality, and safety and someone who wants to move up. The supervisors will provide leadership and coordinate daily activities of the Department in a fast-paced, high volume box plant. Supervises department operations to safely meet quality and productivity objectives. This requires both a focus on people leadership as well as full utilization of information, established reliable procedures and methods that impact the materials, machines, and people in the work area.

Key Functions: Leads safety process to sustain strong safety record. Lead process reliability efforts to ensure lowest cost, best quality, and greatest return on our assets. Responsible for continuous improvement in safety, housekeeping, waste reduction, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction and cost.

Requirements: BS/BA preferred or equivalent experience/knowledge of corrugated industry and supervisory experience. Must have a solid track record of consistently demonstrating leadership skills as well as positive influence and accomplishments in safety, quality, productivity and people development. Successful experience in using reliable methods and process related to corrugated manufacturing (preferably in a finishing/converting operation). Knowledgeable exposure to planning, quality, maintenance and project management expected. Demonstrated success in working with customers, direct reports, peers, other department employees including managers

If you or someone you know who would be interested in these opportunities, please contact: Bruce Nevin at 800-388-7986.

Converting Supervisor - $45,000 - $65,000 Southeastern TN New Listing as of 11/15/11

For more information please contact Bob Nevin at 800-388-7986

We have a need for a Converting supervisor for our client's plant located in Southeastern, TN. Must have strong background and experiences leading, making and achieving set goals, and being responsible for crews in a converting department in a corrugating plant. Knowledge of vasrious kinds of corrugated box converting machinery an absolute must.

Duties: Implement and coordinate safety processes and training to ensure a safe work environment. Improve and maintain shift performance according to set objectives and established goals including; safety, quality, waste reduction, uptime, and housekeeping. Lead crew meetings to communicate machine performance issues and customer requirements as needed. Include maintenance personnel in meetings to identify mechanical problems and coordinate necessary maintenance activities on the machines. Recommend and implement reliable methods for improving shift procedures according to customer and quality requirements. Resolve personnel problems, administer labor agreement, and assure open communication among all employees. Provide accurate and timely production reporting. Communicate with other supervisors and prior shift supervisors.

Requirements: Knowledge of corrugated manufacturing process. Experience leading crews in a converting department is a must. Also must have strong participative leadership skills, effective planning, organizational skills, and problem solving skills. Ability to conduct and facilitate effective safety and crew meetings. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Must exhibit a high regard for safe use and condition of equipment. A strong positive, customer first nothing happens until something is sold, attitude with a sense of teamwork is not just required but is expected. Our client doesn't just make boxes and sell them. They solve packaging and shipping problems. Their customers look to them to solve those issues.

Converting Supervisor - $45,000 - $65,000 Central Georgia New Listing as of 11/15/11

For more information please contact Bob Nevin at 800-388-7986

We have a need for a Converting supervisor for our client's plant located in central Georgia. Must have strong background and experiences leading, making and achieving set goals, and being responsible for crews in a converting department in a corrugating plant. Knowledge of vasrious kinds of corrugated box converting machinery an absolute must.

Duties: Implement and coordinate safety processes and training to ensure a safe work environment. Improve and maintain shift performance according to set objectives and established goals including; safety, quality, waste reduction, uptime, and housekeeping. Lead crew meetings to communicate machine performance issues and customer requirements as needed. Include maintenance personnel in meetings to identify mechanical problems and coordinate necessary maintenance activities on the machines. Recommend and implement reliable methods for improving shift procedures according to customer and quality requirements. Resolve personnel problems, administer labor agreement, and assure open communication among all employees. Provide accurate and timely production reporting. Communicate with other supervisors and prior shift supervisors.

Requirements: Knowledge of corrugated manufacturing process. Experience leading crews in a converting department is a must. Also must have strong participative leadership skills, effective planning, organizational skills, and problem solving skills. Ability to conduct and facilitate effective safety and crew meetings. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Must exhibit a high regard for safe use and condition of equipment. A strong positive, customer first nothing happens until something is sold, attitude with a sense of teamwork is not just required but is expected. Our client doesn't just make boxes and sell them. They solve packaging and shipping problems. Their customers look to them to solve those issues.

Corrugator Supervisor - $45,000 - $65,000 Central Alabama  New Listing as of 11/15/11

For more information please contact Bob Nevin at 800-388-7986

We have a need for a corrugator supervisor for our client's plant located in central Alabama. Must have strong background and experiences leading, making and achieving set goals, and being responsible for crews on a corrugator machine is an absolute must.

Duties: Implement and coordinate safety processes and training to ensure a safe work environment. Improve and maintain shift performance according to set objectives and established goals including; safety, quality, waste reduction, uptime, and housekeeping. Lead crew meetings to communicate machine performance issues and customer requirements as needed. Include maintenance personnel in meetings to identify mechanical problems and coordinate necessary maintenance activities on the corrugator. Recommend and implement reliable methods for improving shift procedures according to customer and quality requirements. Resolve personnel problems, administer labor agreement, and assure open communication among all employees. Provide accurate and timely production reporting. Communicate with finishing supervisor and prior shift corrugator supervisor.

Requirements: Knowledge of corrugated manufacturing process. Experience leading crews on a corrugator machine is a must. Also must have strong participative leadership skills, effective planning, organizational skills, and problem solving skills. Ability to conduct and facilitate effective safety and crew meetings. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Must exhibit a high regard for safe use and condition of equipment. A strong positive, customer first nothing happens until something is sold, attitude with a sense of teamwork is not just required but is expected. Our client doesn't just make boxes and sell them. They solve packaging and shipping problems. Their customers look to them to solve those issues.

Plant Superintendent - $80,000 - $100,000 New Listing as of 11/15/11 This position is with a major integrated in the south. The pay would depend on experience but again would be between $80-100,000. This would be a stepping stone to a future plant management position for those who prove themselves.

We are looking for someone that has at least 5 years in a leadership role in manufacturing with excellent skills in leadership, quality, safety, and wants to move up. Must have corrugating and converting machinery experience. A degree would be a definite plus. Please contact Bob Nevin for more information.

Plant Superintendent - Updated as of 10/7/11

The Position is with a major integrated in the Midwest. This plant is one of the flagship operations in our client's system. We are looking for someone who has worked and managed crews for a very large corrugated box plant. The pay would depend on experience but would be between $80-100k per year with full benefits. This would be a stepping stone to a future plant management position for those who prove themselves. We are looking for someone that has at least 5 years in a leadership role in manufacturing (in a large facility) with excellent skills in leadership, quality, safety, and wants to move up. Must have Mitsubishi Evol converting machinery experience. A degree would be a definite plus. For more information, please call us at 800-388-7986