Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life.

For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here.

At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce.

We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Inventory Control Analysts are responsible for the receiving, shipping and warehouse operations and coordinating activities with the other departments in a manner which will result in meeting production schedules and customer delivery dates consistent with the Company policy and plant objectives.

Responsibilities

100% Onsite position

The primary duties of an Inventory Control Analyst include:

• Understand, follow, and enforce all established safety, health, quality, GMP, and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.

• Perform daily cycle counts and end-of-run inventory counts.

• Review daily and weekly schedules to ensure materials are available and no production downtime is incurred.

• Ensure accuracy of warehouse on-hand inventory, including proper handling of potentially damaged products via the HFI procedure.

• Process daily receiving and shipping activities.

• Report potential problems to the appropriate manager and mitigate them before they escalate.

• Work with the Senior Vendor Manager to optimize OTIF % and troubleshoot issues.

• Validate material consumption and review scrap transactions for components; identify and pursue opportunities to reduce scrap through discussions with the operations team.

• Assist the Senior Vendor Manager in facilitating Quarterly Business Reviews with vendors to improve performance and expectations.

• Work with management to drive operational improvements in focused areas and fully support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform multiple month-end closing tasks and review month-end closing transactions.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Core Proficiencies and Skills

• Familiar with ERP systems, supplier lead times, and production cycle times.

• Proficient in written and verbal communication, with a strong emphasis on precise and comprehensive documentation.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to learn and maintain extensive knowledge of products, processes, and services.

• Understands the scheduling process based on available inventory, priority requirements, and transit times, utilizing software such as Excel and other systems to ensure continuous production flow and on-time delivery for customers.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.

• The candidate must demonstrate the ability to analyze large amounts of data and make informed decisions to ensure no impact on production due to material availability.

• Comfortable with change and adept at managing competing demands.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Production, Materials, or Planning is required.

• A college degree is preferred.

• Candidates with equivalent professional experience will be considered in place of formal education.

• Experience with SAP is highly desired; however, proficiency in other ERP systems will also be considered.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel, and/or equivalent software is required

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Locations US-LA-Port Allen

ID 2024-6886

Category Manufacturing Supply Chain Operations

Type Full-Time

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