Packaging Coordinator

With a satellite distribution and light assembly facility Located in Markham, ON, Republic Packaging of Cananda is one of Chicago-based Republic Packaging Corp.'s eight North American operating locations. As a 60-year-old provider of cushion packaging Republic Packaging is known for outstanding design, quality, and customer service. In addition, we have a sister company, Impacte, which provides warehouse management services that can complement our packaging products or be a stand-alone service to provide solutions to our customers’ problems.

Focusing on the future and growth, we are actively working to grow our sales by 50% over the next 3 years and enter new markets with innovative packaging and service offerings. We are seeking an experienced Packaging Coordinator to join our team.

Role responsibilities:

• Coordinate inbound and outbound material flow for company-owned and customer-owned inventory.
• Collaborate with the customer, Customer Service and other internal stakeholders, ensuring finished good delivery times are met.
• Support inventory control functions including cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Participate in physical inventory activities.
• Process shipping and receiving documentation.
• Facilitate inbound material inspections, performing such when necessary.
• Coordinate schedules between the customer, Customer Service, Purchasing and transportation providers.
• Maintain a safe working environment and that equipment maintenance intervals are adhered to.
• Combine packaging components into kits as needed.
• Work within the company’s and customer’s WMS systems.
• Communicate any gaps or issues to company management.
• Liaise with customers and management regarding requirements.
• Gather customer-relevant information and share it with appropriate company contacts.

What you bring:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain or a Business discipline preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Intermediate computer skills with familiarity with the MS Office Suite of programs.
• WMS and Oracle experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand/interpret technical drawings.
• Certification or ability to become certified for use of material handling equipment.
• Willingness to submit to and pass a customer-mandated background check.
• Ability to lift 25Kg and stand for long periods of time.

What we offer:

• Near 50-year presence in Canada.
• Single shift operation.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• A structured and supportive environment.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days.
• RRSP and Extended Health Benefits.
• Clearly defined processes and expectations.
• Growth opportunities for the right individual.

Our organization welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Please apply online in confidence.

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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