Automation Project Specialist

at Hanchett Paper Company dba Shorr Packaging Corp. in West Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Together, We Own it! Start your employee owner journey with Shorr Packaging.

The Automation Project Specialist provides comprehensive support to Equipment Specialists and Sales Representatives by processing and monitoring equipment orders through SXe, Salesforce, and Smartsheet.

Responsibilities
Review equipment orders for accuracy and completeness, including verification of resale pricing, cost calculations, and supporting documentation.
Process equipment orders from receipt through completion, ensuring timely and accurate order entry.
Collaborate with Accounts Receivable to facilitate customer deposits and obtain necessary credit approvals.
Coordinate with Accounts Payable to manage vendor deposit invoices, final invoicing and customer billing activities.
Generate work orders for the Dispatch Team to initiate equipment startup and installation activities.
Monitor and run system-generated reports multiple times daily, including SXC reports, to track order status and identify issues requiring attention.
Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required during peak business periods.

Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred, or one to three years of related experience and/or training; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve routine operational issues.

Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid role with required on-site attendance. Candidates must be able to commute to the designated work location. No relocation assistance will be provided.

Compensation
The base pay range for this role is $70,000 - $75,000 per year.

Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position.

Shorr Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Together, We Own It!
Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverages
Generous PTO with vacation, sick and floating holidays.
401K plan plus matching
Team based Employee Owner company culture

Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status.

Shorr Packaging Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is the policy of the Shorr Packaging Corporate to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.