Logistics Manager

Company: Alpla Inc.
Location: Conover
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

ALPLA is a global, family-owned, privately held company that makes innovative, customized, recycled packaging for top companies such as P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, Pepsi, and more. ALPLA values their employees, work-life balance, personal growth, compensation, and sustainability. What Can You Expect From ALPLA Health and Wellness Care Program- Benefits Child Care Benefits Dependent Care Cost Savings Program Recognition programs; Promotional opportunities 401K Retirement Plan and excellent Matching Plan Medical, dental, vision plan Education assistance program/tuition reimbursement Short-term, long-term, and life insurance are paid by ALPLA Paid vacation; paid holidays What Will You Enjoy Doing Responsible for production planning and capacity analysis Responsible for inventory accuracy and reporting Manages the interface between the plant and the customer for forecasts and ordering input - Works with customers to secure delivery service quality Maintains appropriate inventory levels for produced goods and raw materials - Orders master batch and raw materials Records daily figures to compile month-end reports Manages warehousing and transportation Manages Logistics Department - Recruits (with HR) new employees - Develops/coaches team and performs disciplinary actions - Oversees all training of the department - Performs performance evaluations on a regular basis Ensures safe and efficient running of the department - Keeps invoicing up-to-date - Updates records and reports on a regular basis - Data analysis: Synthesize data and analyze trends to support the Plant Manager What Makes You Great Production Planning Inventory Accuracy Correct Shipment (correct quality/right time) Min 2-year Degree (Associates) in related field or equivalent, 4-year degree 3 to 5 years of general logistics experience (production planning Qualifications/Skills: Excellent Computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Excellent Numerical skills Knowledge in using specific Logistics systems Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds The noise level in the work environment is usually low It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA). Salaried DAY ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Behaviors Preferred Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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