Project Specialist - Logistics (Day Shift)

Clorox • Wheeling, IL

7d • $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace Your role at Clorox: Work Days: Monday - Friday Work Hours: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm The Project Specialist is responsible for leading all activities involving Logistics systems - e.g., the TRACC platform, Vista, and Warehouse Management - utilizing continuous improvement (CI) methodologies and best practices. The Specialist ensures that improvement goals are set, objectives are achieved, results are analyzed, and deadlines are met. Acting as SME for continuous improvement tools and systems, the Specialist spearheads employee on-the-job technical skill training in service of continuous improvement goals. The Specialist is also responsible for logistics process expertise and associated tasks such as cycle counting and materials ordering critical to production.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience
• High school diploma or equivalent; Some college preferred
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Knowledge of warehousing and manufacturing operations
• Experience with SAP or another warehouse management system; implementation experience is a plus
• Ability to operate forklifts and high-speed manufacturing equipment
• Familiarity with cycle counting and inventory processes
• Demonstrate leadership skills, ability to work independently and in teams.
• Need to have a hands-on approach when working with operators
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to communicate clearly and distinctly (oral and written) with peers and supervisors
• Flexibility to work all shifts and travel to offsite warehouses as needed
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple high-priority items
• Self-starter with a desire to "Learn-Do-Teach"
• Ability to facilitate workshops and to customize specialty site needs

Responsibilities

• Participate in all safety initiatives within the facility.
• Support and uphold all GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Understand the process of receiving and shipping all inbound and outbound materials to the main plant and any offsite warehouses.
• Fully understand the process flow and theory of operations of key unit ops (specifically palletizing, depalletizing, and stretch wrapping).
• Implement, update, and sustain logistics systems, processes, CI methodologies, and techniques to accelerate improvement in safety, quality, and manufacturing metrics.
• Deploy and continuously improve "best practices" within the logistics department.
• Support the line manager in changes at the frontline.
• Ensures ongoing education of all employees in the logistics department.
• Lead training, implementation and team ownership of Warehouse Management system and Vista project.
• Develop other fork truck operators through trainings, seminars, coaching, and documentation development.
• Provide daily support to the logistics team to ensure business goals are met.
• Act as a fill in for vacations or absences as required by the business.
• Perform physical cycle counts on all raw and packaging materials.
• Maintain/File all inventory control documents.
• Investigate any discrepancies in inventory and correct as needed.
• Order and manage the inventory of secondary materials that are critical to logistic and plant operations.
• Maintain a forklift license to move and organize material as needed.
• Operate palletizing, depalletizing, stretch wrapping equipment, and bulk and railcar unloading.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED