Shipping Manager

Orion Engineered Carbons • Orange, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position has a dual focus that includes managing the shipping and quality functions at the Orange Plant.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required for this position.
• Three to five years of experience in quality assurance are required; some of this experience may have been acquired at a chemical or petrochemical producer, pharmaceutical manufacturer, or oil and gas.
• Advanced skills in SAP are required for success in this role, in particular proficiency with the logistics and materials management modules.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in a technical discipline is strongly preferred; a focus on chemistry, supply chain, or engineering would be a significant advantage.
• At least three years of experience in logistics, warehousing, shipping and receiving at a chemical company or manufacturer are strongly preferred; knowledge of DOT regulations that pertain to truck and rail shipments is very helpful.
• Supervisory experience is strongly desired; experience in a union shop is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that finished products are shipped on time and according to customer specifications.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and information on shipments in SAP.
• Manage warehouse inventory of finished products; ensure products are maintained in saleable condition.
• Determine optimum workflows for packaging, storing and staging of material to minimize product handling and labor cost.
• Observe equipment condition to detect malfunctions; ensure that maintenance and repairs are performed in a timely manner.
• Maintain safe working conditions within the warehouse; ensure compliance with all safety related policies, procedures, and rules.
• Manage the QA laboratory processes and personnel, including hiring, disciplining, performance evaluation, training, and development.
• Ensure that final products meet quality standards.
• Approve and release final products for shipment to customers.
• Support the ISO systems, including NCR/CAR/PAR, investigating customer complaints, documenting procedures, supporting management review process, and ensuring training relating to ISO systems is provided to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare for audits; act as the liaison between the Orange plant, customer, supplier, and other third-party personnel.
• Maintain safe working conditions within the laboratory and other work areas; ensure compliance with all safety related policies, procedures, and rules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level