Dock Foreman - 2nd Shift - AJM Packaging Corporation

Dock Foreman

AJM Packaging Corporation

Southgate, Michigan

Position Overview -

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking a Dock Foreman to join our team! This position will provide overall organization and direction of all dock activities and perform tasks related to the orderly and accurate flow of materials being shipped or received.

Responsibilities & Duties -

• Check and verify incoming and outgoing loads to ensure accuracy and quality of product and packaging. Note any discrepancies as well as, any damages.
• Monitors product flows and movement using various computer software applications.
• Consult with production planning team to plan deliveries for the next day.
• Teach and implement safe lifting and loading techniques and regularly evaluates employee’s compliance.
• Assesses efficiency and performance of distribution activities; identifies and recommends improvements to shift, department, and facility.
• Ensures product handling and delivery practices meet customer expectations, and daily, weekly, monthly, and annual business objectives.
• Inspect, clean, and lift equipment and supervise the same for material handlers.
• Maintain a well-organized staging area. Direct the staging of loads to minimize the loading and unloading times and maximize the flow of goods in and out of the dock area.
• As required, conduct accurate cycle counts of product in order to maintain accurate inventories and minimize possibility of discrepancies.
• Supervise staff to include but not limited to: designating work assignments, providing instruction, reviewing completed work and providing input for performance appraisals.
• Do “build-ups” of shipped materials. May require re-configuring, re-stacking and re-wrapping of pallets to meet shipping requirements.
• Operate forklift, and assist other material handlers in a fast-paced dock environment on a daily basis.
• Ensure that staff strictly adheres to all safety rules, guidelines and procedures.

Minimum Requirements -

• Two (2) years of dock foreman, warehouse crew lead, or other related S&R experience required.
• Experience hand-counts and cycle counts strongly preferred.
• Hi-Lo experience required.
• Experience with Railcars is a plus.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, analytical and problem solving skills.

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly set us apart from the competition.  Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage and be able to adjust the proportions spent on each coverage/benefit to suit your personal requirements and preferences.  You can even redirect a portion of the total spend to pay for homeowners, car and pet insurance premiums purchased at group rates.  Lastly, under the Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), you’ll be able to contribute a portion of your annual earnings on a pre-tax basis to pay for child and dependent care and medical, dental and optical insurance co-pays and deductibles.

Summary of Benefits -

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded shortly after the Korean War as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market.  In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products.   Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.  

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA.  So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning.  We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development -

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement.  There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance.  You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies.  Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information -

Visit our website at www.ajmpack.com or call (833) 562-7256

Equal Employment Opportunities -

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.