DC Pallet/Packing Inspector - Floor & Decor Holdings : Job Details

Packaging, Qc And Compliance Supply Chain Process

This position will be responsible for the execution of elements of the Packaging, QC and Compliance supply chain process. This position will work cross-functionally with DC Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, and Supply Chain as well as with our vendors and 3rd party inspection/audit firms to ensure product and packaging meets F&D specifications.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Packaging or Mechanical preferred)
• 1-3 years of relevant experience (preferably in a DC or Operations role)
• Knowledge of supplier qualification processes and supplier performance metrics preferred
• Understanding of statistical methods, quality tools and methodologies preferred
• Product packaging background experience preferred
• Must be analytical, detail oriented and highly organized
• Possess good process experience, judgment and the ability to recognize key problems
• A demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within the company, as well as globally with suppliers and 3rd party firms. Strong collaboration skills with both local and international teams.
• Experience working with international vendors preferred
• Must possess excellent customer service skills and work well under pressure
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work independently, within a team across all levels and diverse cultures, and the ability to lead team projects
• Intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Office Suite skills (especially Excel)

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain, and manage packaging requirements and specifications.
• Work and build relationships with cross-functional teams to evaluate and remediate product packaging
• Analyze packaging designs, photos, and packaging specifications necessary for compliance with company defined Standards
• Provide technical services for continuous improvement efforts involving packaging materials, unit load optimization, and pallet design.
• Work closely with Global Suppliers, Merchandising, Distribution, International, E-Commerce, and Domestic Logistics on analyzing and issuing CAPAs when necessary for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend and lead packaging development programs that improve safety, operational efficiency, cost, damage or provide competitive advantage
• Work with customers and suppliers to develop, perform and manage the packaging evaluation process to assure quality requirements.
• Conduct frequent audits at various points in the supply chain to enable safer, more efficient, and cost-effective packaging designs and product compliance
• Update database of packaging guidelines and specifications along with item drawings for all approved packaging.

Working Conditions (Travel & Environment)

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is typically noisy.
• Limited travel required which may include air and/or car travel

Physical/Sensory Requirements

• Medium Work Ability to exert 20-80 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The employee is often required to use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion.

Benefits & Rewards

• Bonus opportunities at every level
• Career advancement opportunities
• Relocation opportunities across the country
• 401k with discretionary company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Referral Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)

Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.

This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.