Assistant Warehouse Leader
plastipak
Assistant Warehouse Leader
plastipak· 1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US)
About this role
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for covering shift responsibilities in the absence/vacation of other shift Warehouse Leaders.
- Assist Warehouse Manager and Raw Materials Manager in overseeing the Finished Goods and Raw Material Handlers on their shift.
- Verifies adherence to all procedures within Safety, Corporate / Site Quality System, Operational Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Maintains and adheres to work instructions for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
- Ensures efficient movement and storage of all raw materials and finished product in all warehouses.
- Maintains FIFO system of inventory as required by customers.
- Responsible for the accuracy of transactions, product scanning, finished goods inventory, and inventory reliability.
- Document all shipments both inbound and outbound.
- Responsible for maintaining ISO and Food Safety standards.
- Maintains communication between shifts, as well as departments.
- Helps assign staffing to meet daily requirements in all warehouse locations.
- Provides instruction to shuttle drivers regarding transfers to outside warehouses, and maintains accurate trailer inventory through DYMS.
- Communicates repair of equipment and property.
- Coordinates staffing requirements based on work load (adjusting levels by shift).
- Provides performance evaluation and disciplinary purposes to shift associates.
- Responsible for making sure warehouse associates are being properly trained with assigned Material Handler Training Program.
- Assist with maintaining training material and keeping it up to date.
- Responsible for making sure training and boards are completed within assigned time frame.
- Responsible for performing performance evaluations on all shift associates.
- Responsible for making sure all warehouse locations are meeting Plastipak Packaging GMP standards by supporting and enforcing cleaning of warehouse and proper storage of products.
- Operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner – assist in the training and testing of new hires and existing associates.
- Must complete and maintain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.
- Responsible for reporting food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action. Initiate action(s) for food safety issues and report the issue(s) and action(s) taken to a member of the Food Safety Team.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
We Offer
Set Schedules: 12-hour shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, then 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate!
Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!
Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!
Rewards: Receive premium pay for your valued skills!
You Will:
Verify adherence to all procedures within Safety, Corporate / Site Quality System, Operational Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintain and adheres to work instructions for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
Responsible for the accuracy of transactions, product scanning, finished goods inventory, and inventory reliability
Coordinate staffing requirements based on work load (adjusting levels by shift).
You Have
High School diploma or GED required.
3 to 5 years prior related work experience.
Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, climb on and off lift and to sit, stand and move about the facility.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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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This Assistant Warehouse Leader position at plastipak was posted on Jul 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Assistant Warehouse Leader
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