What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Amcor?
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
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Job Description
The Logistics Coordinator plays a key role in managing warehouse logistics, inventory accuracy, and freight routing for the plant. This position ensures customer shipments are processed efficiently, inventory transactions are accurate, and material flow supports production and customer demand.
What You’ll Do
Shipping, Routing & Documentation
We Expect Our People To Be Guided By The Amcor Way And Demonstrate Our Values Every Day To Enable The Business To Win. We Are Winning When
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
Job Description
The Logistics Coordinator plays a key role in managing warehouse logistics, inventory accuracy, and freight routing for the plant. This position ensures customer shipments are processed efficiently, inventory transactions are accurate, and material flow supports production and customer demand.
What You’ll Do
Shipping, Routing & Documentation
- Review all releases from Customer Service and route shipments to appropriate carriers.
- Determine truckload vs. less‑than‑truckload (LTL) routing and consolidate LTL shipments when possible.
- Utilize Uber Freight and customer portals to ensure accurate freight routing and resolve carrier issues.
- Print Bills of Lading and create accurate shipment documentation.
- Ensure truckload shipments maximize weights (targeting >42,000 lbs. average).
- Receive raw materials, MRO, and indirect items; label and process all receipts in a timely manner.
- Conduct monthly and quarterly cycle counts and support other inventory control activities (including PLOCS).
- Disposition materials and communicate status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Set up vendor returns and coordinate associated transactions.
- Utilize SAP as the primary system for logistics and inventory functions.
- Create pick lists and support Material Handlers with accurate pick documentation.
- Verify material availability and readiness prior to shipment.
- Collaborate closely with Planning, Quality, and Operations to resolve issues with releases, product readiness, or quality holds.
- Collaborate with Customer Service to revise shipments when necessary.
- Assist Material Handlers and Dock Workers as needed.
- Support Ink Dock activities, which may involve handling hazardous materials.
- Complete monthly GMP cleaning requirements.
- A strong safety mindset and commitment to leading by example.
- High accuracy, diligence, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork across multiple departments.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
- Proficiency with computers, including MS Excel and Word.
- Associate’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or equivalent experience (preferred).
- DOT Certification or ability to obtain within the first 90 days.
- 2–5 years of logistics, freight, or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
We Expect Our People To Be Guided By The Amcor Way And Demonstrate Our Values Every Day To Enable The Business To Win. We Are Winning When
- Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
- Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
- Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
- The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
E-Verify
We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)