What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Clerk - Main Plant position at Magnera Corporation?
Overview:
Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all raw material deliveries (fiber bales, rolled goods, spunbond, pallets, corrugate, etc.) arrive at the main plant on schedule from the Distribution Center.
- Coordinate daily staging and readiness of ORM materials based on scheduled production and equipment code changes.
- Oversee inbound and outbound MRO shipments for repair and restock, including scheduling with external vendors and internal departments.
- Monitor and coordinate timely outbound finished goods transfers to the DC using site yard equipment and designated logistics personnel.
- Work closely with planners from both the main production lines and converting areas (Hudson Sharp, Bretting, and Tishma automation lines) to ensure material alignment with production schedules.
- Serve as the point-of-contact for all logistics activities at the main plant, maintaining visibility to urgent needs, delays, and critical shipments.
- Collaborate with distribution center personnel to align transportation timing, quantities, and material accuracy.
- Reduce daily material availability issues and eliminate fire-drill situations through proactive communication and scheduling.
- Track inventory staging and update locations in system to reflect accurate movement and readiness.
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to material flow, staging efficiency, and downtime prevention.
- High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
- 3 years of experience in logistics, materials coordination, or production planning in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, material handling equipment, and basic inventory management systems.
- Experience working with planners and production schedulers in high-throughput environments.
- Proactive communication and strong problem-solving skills under time-sensitive conditions.
- Must be self-directed and highly reliable, capable of coordinating multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Familiarity with converting lines and nonwoven production equipment a plus.