Packaging Lead presso Alliant Power

Company Overview

Alliant Power is the nation’s leading provider of premium engine repair components, specializing in Original Equipment fuel systems, turbochargers, and aftertreatment parts and installation kits for on road, off road, and marine engines. Our expansive product range and service network of certified repair experts will ensure the right repair is done right the first time. Alliant Power provides new and certified remanufactured parts and offers complete kit solutions to facilitate faster quality repair. Our 50+ year relationships with industry leading manufacturers has made us the largest integrated provider of premium engine repair components. With the dedication of our technical, inside sales and operational staff in four U.S. time zones, we ensure our partners get the support and timely, accurate service they need, visit to learn more about our product offering and service network.

Key Departmental Responsibilities

·         Lead AP Packaging Associates in performing processes by following established methods and procedures to accurately prepare and package parts.

·         Verify correct part numbers and quantities picked. Package part numbers in accordance with the work order and associated work build instructions.

·         Assist Warehouse Lead with inventory cycle counting program when required, aid Warehouse Lead in securing warehouse contents against loss.

·         Verify accuracy of picked parts, components, labels, and packaging materials.

·         Ensure components are not damaged or missing parts. 

·         Accurately record all transactions in the ERP.

·         Maintain clean and organized work areas, output bins, and stocking locations per 5S standards.

·         Train employees in work instructions and packaging information systems.

·         Complete close out process for packaging work orders as needed

·         Be able asses' issues and execute fixes, when possible, under the supervision of Senior Packaging Lead. 

·         Assist in continuous improvement and maintain a willingness to adapt to new procedures and processes.

·         Act as a resource for Packaging Associates to answer questions, solve problems, and provide constructive feedback.

·         Maintain a willingness to accept new responsibilities and be held accountable for all parts leaving your work area.

·         Must be cross trained and available to work on all packaging lines.

·         Monitor the safety of employees in the department in accordance with OSHA standards; interrupt and correct any dangerous behaviors.

Performance Factors

All Alliant Power employees shall exhibit the following:

1.       Attendance and dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.

2.       Communication/listening: The employee communicates effectively and appropriately.  Uses good judgment as to what to communicate to whom as well as the best way to get that accomplished.  Listens to others and allows them to make their point.

3.       Relationships with others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, coworkers, and individuals inside and outside the company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

4.       Safety and security: The employee actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

5.       Quality and continuous improvement: The employee promotes organizational effectiveness by anticipating and dealing with problems. Encourages others to suggest improvements to work processes, and persistently focuses on quality, as well as on results. Seeks ways to improve productivity and effectiveness by identifying sources of mistakes and determining or suggesting a course of action to prevent their recurrence.

6.       Teamwork: The employee is a team player who contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback.  Communicates openly and honestly and can be counted on to fulfill commitments made to others.

Skills & Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required. Previous warehouse supervision/management experience beneficial. Forklift operator certification (training provided on-site if needed). Customer service oriented. Well organized. Detail oriented.  A self-starter with initiative and proven willingness to assume ownership for areas of responsibility. Ability to make informed decisions quickly and independently. Strong interpersonal communication and employee relations skills and have ability to train others to these skills. Must have the ability to lift up to fifty pounds on a regular basis.