STORES ASSISTANT

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

We are taking resumes for a Stores Assistant for our Riverville Mill location.

Position Summary:

The Stores Assistant is accountable for performing storeroom assistant duties in a warehouse setting, maintaining a safety conscious environment, and assisting the Stores Coordinator.

Dimensions:

PCA is the third largest manufacturer of containerboard and corrugated packaging in United States. PCA is an ideas and solutions company. We are a leader in helping our customer package, transport, and display products of all kinds. PCA embodies a culture of continuous improvement and, as such, is dedicated to delivering a high quality and sustainable product via innovative energy management and responsible design. PCA has 10 mills. In 2022, our mills in the Packaging segment produced 4.6 million tons of containerboard. PCA Mills manufacture containerboard consisting of a variety of performance and specialty grades for a total of annual capacity of 5 million tons.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Receiving, shipping, checking in freight and freight truck unloading, processing front counter requisitions, and assisting walk in traffic.
• Keep the storeroom safe and clean.
• Utilize the computer system for input, inquiry, and review.
• Participate in safety/crew meetings.
• Input packing slips into receiving system. Set up new suppliers.
• Expedite materials, services, and rentals for maintenance and operations departments.
• Set new inventory items up in stores system. Stock storeroom shelves.
• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders. Purchase order maintenance (i.e., acknowledge updates to purchase order due date, pricing, and item description changes.)
• Process paperwork for return to vendor credit, warranties, and other departmental needs.
• Perform cycle count inventories. Inventory controls include meeting PCA expectations for inventory levels, SOX compliance, month end closing, and internal policy/procedures for inventory management.
• Responsible for contractor compliance through ISNET.
• Provide back up support to Stores Coordinator and other Assistant Stores as needed.
• Forklift operation and hazardous shipping certification.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with others in the department. Provide scheduled and emergency/after-hours call coverage.
• Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers.
• Strive to continually strengthen PCA's business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting PCA's Commitment to Service which involves doing what's right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.
• Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to handling problem shipments, processing order acknowledgements, approving store stock invoices, handling repairs request, making stock item changes and supporting Storeroom Clerks as needed.
• Weekly responsibilities include completing a Zero on Hand report, Expedite report and Repairable report. You will also be tasked with investigating past due invoices and pending receipts as well as invoices in error

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 2 years stores, purchasing, warehousing, or inventory experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting specific to Purchasing, Stores, or Inventory Control.
• Material handling skills, including lift truck certification and operation.
• Certifications relevant to Purchasing or Inventory control including CPM, CPSM, and APICS.
• Experience with an ERP system such as PeopleSoft, Maximo, or SAP.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills required including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Must be capable of performing duties efficiently and safely.
• Must have the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and work well with others in a team environment.
• Proven record of positive customer service and the ability to deal with difficult customers in a professional manner.
• Excellent time management skills to effectively use time to accomplish required responsibilities in a demanding work schedule.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Capable of qualifying as forklift operator and acquiring hazardous shipping certification.
• Must have the ability to set high personal standards of performance and goals, while working under minimal supervision.
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Starting salary range for position: $46,000-$57,500
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with company matching

Retirement Savings Plan

Educational Assistance Program

11 paid holidays

Vacation Time - 3 weeks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary range for position: $46,000-$57,500.
• Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.

• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.