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Hood Container Corporation

Project Manager - Corrugated

Hood Container Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Join a Leading Paper and Packaging Company! Hood Container Corporation, a prominent mill-to-market enterprise, is dedicated to delivering excellence in containerboard, Kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. As a family-owned business committed to customer satisfaction, employee well-being, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence, we have ascended to rank among the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. At Hood Container Corporation, we offer the best of both worlds-a large corporation's resources coupled with the personalized touch of a boutique business, fostering close relationships with our customers.

Mission:

Through an unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we passionately deliver indispensable value to our customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and stakeholders.

Vision:

A unified culture that fosters innovative customer solutions.

About the Role:

Hood Container Corporation (HCC) is in search of a detail-oriented and customer-focused Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This role plays a pivotal part in providing unparalleled customer and sales support, overseeing orders from design conception through billing, and ensuring the seamless acquisition of essential tools for orders. The ideal candidate will exhibit proficiency in the corrugated industry, Excel, Outlook, and Word, with a strong emphasis on enhancing customer satisfaction while achieving production and sales objectives.

Key Responsibilities: Engage with customers through calls and emails, adeptly resolving issues and emergencies. Validate delivery dates, proactively managing any deviations. Prepare and provide formal quotes or re-quotes as required. Coordinate the procurement of ink matches for new colors, ensuring customer approval. Facilitate the acquisition of all necessary tooling for jobs, selecting optimal vendors for our plant and customers. Organize and conduct preproduction meetings for new display projects. Input new or repeat orders into Amtech and distribute requisite copies to the plant. Initiate all external purchase orders essential for project completion. Collaborate with Production Support on kitting or packing needs, supplying comprehensive order information. Monitor production progress and communicate status updates to customers promptly. Offer support to sales representatives as needed. Assist in resolving billing discrepancies. Report non-conformances and issue RGA's for necessary credits. Maintain accurate price files, specifications, etc., within the Amtech system. Additional Considerations:

Beyond the day-to-day tasks, cultivating strong customer relationships is paramount. Integrity is at the core of our interactions-we value honesty even in challenging situations. Trust is a part of our Guiding Principles, and organizational excellence is indispensable when it comes to serving our customers.

Minimum Requirements:

Must have 2+ years experience in the corrugated industry. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Strong organizational and multitasking skills to handle various responsibilities simultaneously. Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Degree or equivalent work experience. Preferred Requirements:

Familiarity with Amtech and Sharepoint software.

Join us at Hood Container Corporation and be a part of a team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey!

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