CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

​Schedule

Monday through Friday Office Hours

Location

1802 Jim Johnson Rd, Plant City, FL 33566

Position Purpose

This position is tasked with supervising and leading a crew of employees at one of our customer locations and operating a forklift.  This position provides the leadership, management, and vision necessary to ensure operating efficiency and the highest level of customer service. Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and/or logistics environment is preferred

Major/Key Accountabilities

Coaching of employees that models the values and culture of the company

Effective communication with customers and employees

Direct management and oversight of the CHEP Safety Program at the facility

Ensure that all key processes – production, safety, and servicing – are understood by employees 

Coordinate inbound / outbound flow of product (forklifts and trucks)

Inputting data daily / driver interactions

Warehouse operations

Forklift operation

Fast-paced, high-volume productivity

Measures

BIFR

Employee Engagement and Retention

Profitability to budget

Regulatory Compliance

Direct Cost Metrics

Authority/ Decision Making

Purchasing decisions (and to what amount);

People decisions such as hiring, firing and IR problems

Customer problems or decision, etc.

Working autonomously or having limited access to immediate manager

Working in a matrix environment

Key contacts

Internal :

Territory Manager, Regional Managers, Operations Directors, HR, Department Heads, Finance, HS&E

External:

Customers

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Desirable Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred or 3 – 5 years of equivalent work experience

Experience

Experience working in a manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and/or logistics environment

Prior forklift operations experience is required

Proven track record of success and stability (1 to 3 years) 

Familiarity with both OSHA and DOT regulations and requirements strongly preferred

Results-oriented and can meet deadlines and commitments 

Mechanically Inclined (electric/conveyor knowledge is a plus)

P&L and budgeting experience preferred

Skills and Knowledge

Applicants need a good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, especially Excel

Demonstrated solid decision making 

Works well unsupervised

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus 

Must be willing to work 1st or 2nd shift, Saturdays, and extended hours as necessary

Languages

Essential:

English

Desirable:

Bilingual

Preferred Education

Preferred Level of Work Experience

Remote Type

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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