Logistics Planner/Scheduler II Requisition ID: 8181 Location: Queen City, TX, US, 75572 Department: Planning & Scheduling Travel: Up to 25% **If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. (https://graphicpact2test.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com/)** **At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.** **With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.** **If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.** **A World of Difference. Made Possible.** **MISSION / SUMMARY:** This position reports directly to the Assistant Logistics Manager supporting safety improvements, is the liaison between the Finishing & Shipping personnel, rail and truck carriers, and Atlanta Supply Chain, actively supports inventory management to achieve targeted cost to serve. **JOB FUNCTIONS:** _Job functions include, but are not limited to the following_ _._ + Actively promote and model safety in all aspects of daily mill operations + Provide shipping guidance to Finishing & Shipping personnel + Responsible for clear and concise communication with rail and truck carriers + Point of contact between Atlanta Supply Chain, mill Finishing & Shipping operations, and carriers + Provide shipping guidance to offsite PPR warehouses + Responsible for daily updates to Shipment Activity Management Tool (PPR SAM screen) + Daily filing of shipping documents and other documents as assigned + Responsible for setting up cycle counts for all PPR warehouse locations (Mill and offsite) + Assist in performing cycle counts and/or physical inventories + Responsible for verifying and approving truck detention + Responsible for managing returns **BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:** + 2+ years experience in logistics supporting manufacturing preferred + Self-starter with demonstrated ability to learn on the fly + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment **EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:** + Supply Chain degree or related experience preferred + Crystal Reporting, or other query based software, preferred **SKILLS:** _Skills include but not limited to the following._ + Effective written and verbal communications skills + Strong problem solving skills + Proficient computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office Software, Excel, Word and Outlook + SAP Business Software Knowledge preferred + PPR Software knowledge preferred **SCHEDULE DEMANDS:** + General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so. + Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** + Sitting or standing for extended periods up to 8-hours. + Lifting up to 50 lbs. + Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. + Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment. **Pay Range: $46,560 - $58,200** **GPI’s Benefit Program** + **Competitive Pay** + **401(k) w/employer matching** + **Health & Welfare Benefits** + **Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage** + **Short and Long-Term Disability** + **Life Insurance** + **Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance** + **Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts** + **Various Voluntary benefits** + **Adoption Assistance Program** + **Employee Discount Programs** + **Employee Assistance Program** + **Tuition Assistance Program** + **Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year** **Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.** **Additional information will be shared during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, past experience, job duties, geography, and business need, among other things.** **Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF\_eeo\_is\_the\_law\_federal\_poster.pdf)** **​** **Nearest Major Market:** Texarkana