Americold Logistics, LLC. ยท 2 days ago
Wave Planner
Lula, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAmericold Logistics, LLC. is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, dedicated to connecting producers, processors, distributors, and retailers. The Wave Planner is responsible for allocating orders, managing workflow on the warehouse floor, and ensuring efficient truck turn times.
LogisticsRetail TechnologySupply Chain ManagementTransportationWarehousing
Responsibilities
Resolve order product shortages
Manage order cuts and communicate to customers
Release work to the work queue in a manner that ensures maximum levels of interleaving, productivity, and carrier turn times
Prioritize individual Lift Truck Operator (LTO) tasks along with Dock Supervisors
Ensure dock office is utilizing inbound and outbound dock optimization functionality for each receipt and order
Run labor reports and review with Dock Supervisors and Office Manager
Review/update base priorities weekly to reduce manual priority changes in the work queue
Review/update LTO home work zone assignments along with Operations Manager
Review/Update product code velocity zone assignments along with Operations Manager
Review/update optimal static and dynamic pick locations along with Operations Manager
Actively participate in continuous improvement projects and safety programs
Continually evaluate effectiveness of systems and recommend changes where appropriate
Troubleshoot and correct systems problems
Train all levels of users on relevant systems
May resolve product order shortages
May manage order cuts and communicate to customers
Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift
Other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift
Other duties as requested
Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
May require travel by automobile and airplane up for business
May require a visit facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Requires the use of various electronic tools
Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management
Preferred
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or at least one year related work experience
Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Good customer service skills
Proficiency with basic PC software and Americold systems
Ability to communicate effectively with variety of individuals
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Desktop computers
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
STD/LTD coverage
401(k) with Company match
FSA
Life insurance
EAP
Paid time off
Company
Americold Logistics, LLC.
Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, with a more than 120-year legacy of innovation and reliability.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (7)
2020 (16)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-08-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Robert Chambers
Chief Executive Officer
Jay Harron
Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
Recent News
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