Director Packaging & Customization Operations

Packaging & Customization Operations Director

The Packaging & Customization Operations Director is responsible for setting the standards of execution for operations and ensuring adherence through partnerships with operational leaders and direction of the Center of Excellence (COE) Champions. They are expected to broaden the support of our PACS related business by overseeing packaging operations and providing guidance as it relates to engineering, pricing, and performance measurement.

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ABOUT THE TEAM:

At GEODIS, we don't just move goods through the supply chain, we are passionate about helping you move your career to the next level. As a company, our emphasis on excellence has made us a global supply chain leader, committed to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. We could not do this without our people, our GEODIANS, and a culture of transparency, inclusion, trust, and respect.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The points below highlight the Packaging & Customization Operations Director duties:

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  Establishes tools and best practices to ensure project quoting and execution generate revenue in line with organizational targets

  
  
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  Drives the fundamental requirements of the PACS COE matrix and provides a roadmap for campuses to achieve objectives

  
  
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  Serves as a subject matter expert for packaging and customization workflows including but not limited to light manufacturing, assembly, kitting and quality management

  
  
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  Develops plans for effective use of materials, equipment and employee resources; Identifies opportunities to increase efficiency of packaging and customization operations through process improvements and training

  
  
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  Serves as a champion of the LEAN culture; spends time on the "shop floor" coaching employees to focus on safety, quality and productivity; Ensures consistency of operational processes for all sites within span of responsibility

  
  
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  Provides detailed review of financial and operational metrics results for all operating locations assigned while developing and executing against corrective action as needed; Understands process performance versus target objectives, identifies reasons for variance, communicates and implements necessary changes

  
  
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  Reviews packaging and customization operational P&Ls to identify improvement opportunities; coordinates with campus leadership to adjust execution that meets profit targets

  
  
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  Develops relationships with leadership throughout the organization to ensure alignment with packaging and customization best practices and strategies

  
  
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  Participates in the management of turnover among salary and hourly staff consistent with the site turnover objectives; Coordinates with HR and operations to institute programs designed to ensure consistent availability of cost-effective temporary labor pools; Participates in effective succession planning activities for operating locations

  
  
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  Focuses on organic growth with existing customers by identifying continuous improvement opportunities through collaboration with operations, engineering and supporting workstreams' Builds business cases and creates a sense of urgency within the organization to focus on continuous improvement

  
  

What projects will you work on in this role?

You will ensure execution against customer requirements and operational performance; and provide detailed review of financial results and operational metrics. This position will also support Business Development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

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  Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university

  
  
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  Master's degree is preferred

  
  
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  Minimum 7 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  
  
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  Knowledge of packaging, light manufacturing and assembly

  
  
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  Experience in a 3PL environment preferred

  
  
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  Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Processes

  
  
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  Experience in Autonomous Maintenance and Standardization

  
  

BENEFITS:

We are committed to developing and retaining the best talent in the business and provide benefits that support the success of our GEODIANS.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• 401k match
• Employee discounts
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Free financial wellness programs
• Daycare discount program
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• + more!

Next steps:

Sound like the right job for you?

• Visit our website at www.workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.

OR

• Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply

[1]The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

[2] Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered "Essential Functions" and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform "Essential Functions" of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the "Essential Functions".