Location: Fort Myers,FL, USA
Requisition Title
Shipping and Logistics Technician
Requisition ID
18039708
About Syngenta
Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity's most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
About Us
We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Production & Supply - SE Production Operations team is currently seeking a Shipping and Logistics Technician in Alva, FL. As a Shipping and Logistics Technician you will support Cooler (inventory management in the warehouse), support and communication with operations functions (Harvest), manage materials and supplies in the cooler and be able to manage crews and crew leaders in the cooler.
You will help shape the future of agriculture by:
Being responsible for the management and integrity of data collection in the cooler
Supervising and support the crews in the cooler
Accountabilities
Communicates with operations and planning department
Communicate and work closely with logistics department on daily bases
Responsible for shipping paper works and communication with all stake holders.
Responsible for managing cooler under your shift
Responsible for execution of daily and weekly work schedule in the cooler for the shift
Accountable for pick-packing and quality control during the shift
Leading a team of crew leaders, mostly third-party employees in the cooler
Managing, monitoring and communication on performance vs expectations for all employees under your responsibility
Responsible for monitoring, coaching and encouraging employees under your area of responsibility
Communication with each individual employees' performance and their progress.
Responsible to advice managers for any disciplinary actions.
Responsible for enforcing systems, policies, and procedures in your area of responsibilities
Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process, in your area of responsibilities
Control and observe personnel and resources required for your area a head of time
Monitor daily inventory for sales and stick requirement and the progress
Maintain product quality standards by enforcing Wows and protocols in the cooler
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all HSE standards
Work with other third-party supervisors and crew leaders.
Responsible to maintain the right resources and equipment's, required for your area
Requirements
All applicants must be eligible to work in the US
100% working indoors under cold weather conditions
Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
Ability to walk in cold condition. Working in cold and indoor environment
May be required to lift 50 lbs. occasionally while pushing a pallet jack.
Capable of working long hours during time-critical periods of the peak season
bilingual is required Spanish/English
What We Offer:
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid Vacation, 9?Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.