How Shipping and Receiving Works at a Co-Packing Facility | Econo-Pak

Join us for an insightful episode of the Econo-Pak Podcast, where we dive deep into the operations that keep our shipping and receiving departments running smoothly. Hosts Sarah and Mike sit down with Rich and Milly, seasoned professionals from the shipping and receiving team, to discuss the dynamics of our distribution processes and our strategies for efficient logistics management.

Rich, with over 13 years at Econo-Pak, shares his journey from starting as a logistics manager to his recent promotion to customer service manager, while still overseeing logistics. Milly, who has climbed the ranks over four years to oversee the shipping department, highlights her role and the day-to-day challenges and triumphs of the team.

The conversation covers a range of topics including:

✅ The implementation of FIFO in warehouse operations.
✅ The details of our drop and hook program, which facilitates smoother transitions for our trucking partners.
✅ The recent expansions and investments in infrastructure and technology to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

We also get a behind-the-scenes look at how Econo-Pak manages large swings in order volumes and prepares for future demands. Whether you're a packaging engineer, manager, or director in the food industry, or just interested in the intricacies of food packaging logistics, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Don't miss out on learning how Econo-Pak continues to innovate and lead in contract food packaging!

Watch now to see how teamwork and technology converge at Econo-Pak, ensuring top-notch service and satisfaction for all our clients, including big names like Costco. Subscribe for more updates and insights from the heart of the food packaging industry!

🔗 To learn more about Econo-Pak or request a fixed-price quote for your food packaging project, visit our website at www.econo-pak.com.

Timestamps ⌚
0:00 Introduction
0:34 Rich's Journey at Econo-Pak
1:50 Milly's Role and Career Growth
2:38 Behind the Scenes of Shipping and Receiving
4:24 Efficiency and Optimization Strategies
4:55 Drop and Hook Program Explained
8:18 Infrastructure and Technology Investments
16:50 Handling Large Order Volumes
14:10 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
19:08 Personal Insights and Closing Remarks

Read on the blog: https://www.econo-pak.com/shipping-and-receiving-with-rich-k

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