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Happy Holidays from MHSNJ

All of us at the Material Handling Society of New Jersey wish you a happy and safe holiday season.

We hope to see you in the New Year at one of our upcoming programs.

Membership Renewals

Dear Fellow Material Handling Professionals,

By now you should have received your membership dues invoice in the mail. If you have not, then perhaps we do not have a correct address for you. Please contact the Material Handling Society at 732-477-5112 to update your current contact information.

Given the current economic issues that we have experienced over the past year, it is important to continue to network and stay connected with those individuals and corporations within our profession. With that said, the Society will be updating and distributing a revised Membership Directory in the first quarter of 2009. Only those paid members will be eligible to receive the updated directory.

I encourage everyone to stay current with your membership dues, so that we may continue to work (and stay) together as an industry.

In addition, if you or a colleague knows of anyone in our industry interested in joining The Material Handling Society, please encourage them to visit our website at www.mhsnj.com and sign up for membership. It will be a rewarding experience.

Best wishes for a happy and safe holiday and a New Year filled with peace and prosperity.

Allison Clancy

Membership Chair

Going Green

In our continuing effort to be environmentally and fiscally responsible, your Board of Directors has voted to stop printing and mailing all future Newsletters. Since creating a "Newsletter" link on our website (www.mhsnj.com) enabling access to all the 2007/2008 program year issues and all future Newsletters, those members who prefer a printed copy to the electronic version can print a hard copy at their convenience. Members will be e-mailed whenever a new newsletter and tour announcement is posted. Members should communicate any changes to their e-mail addresses at info@mhsnj.com.

The elimination of the ink and paper due to printing will reduce our waste footprint and the elimination of printing and postal expense help us to contain administrative costs. We are here to serve the MHSNJ membership and welcome your feedback.

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Etiquette

A Word About Tour Etiquette

MHSNJ warehouse operations tours are the nucleus of our program year and we are deeply indebted to the host companies that have so graciously opened their doors to our group. It is a privilege to be invited to visit a host company’s facility and to tour their operation.

As guests and as representatives of MHSNJ, it is imperative that all tour participants adhere to this code of conduct to insure an orderly, productive, and pleasant experience for all:

1. Business or business casual attire is acceptable. We are an organization of professionals and should dress the part.
2. Pre-registration by phone, fax, or mail is required. Those who have not pre-registered may be turned away. Without pre-registration, it is impossible to plan for the number of tour guides needed and seating at the catering facility.
3. Tour attendees are expected to arrive BEFORE tour commences (during the tour registration period as listed in the newsletter or on the website). In fairness to those who have arrived on time, our tour hosts, the catering staff, and dinner speakers, the program will begin promptly according to schedule. No admittance will be allowed after the program has begun.
4. Tour attendees are expected to remain in close proximity to their tour guide at all times. Courteous, attentive behavior is expected and deserved. Should you wander from your group, engage in distracting conversations, use cell phones, or otherwise disrupt the educational opportunity, you may be asked to leave. USE OF CELL PHONES AND/OR CAMERAS IS PROHIBITED.
5. Questions and comments to our tour hosts or speakers are to be of a positive nature and are to be focused on contributing to the educational experience of the entire group. Just as one would not criticize the décor of a neighbor’s home while seated at their dinner table, it is equally distasteful to publicly critique a host’s operation.
6. In an effort to foster a relaxed atmosphere for the exchange of information, overt selling activities are considered inappropriate at MHSNJ events. MHSNJ’s membership consists of operations practitioners as well as vendor representatives. Each of these segments is an integral part of the organization and they contribute greatly to the wealth of knowledge available to our members.
7. Networking, sharing of ideas and experiences, is encouraged. As part of MHSNJ’s primary goal of advancing the science and art of material handling through education, attendees at all MHSNJ events are encouraged to introduce themselves to those who are unfamiliar. Only by broadening our horizons can be meet our objectives.

About MHSNJ

History
Originally established in 1949, the Material Handling Society is the oldest professional organization of it’s kind in New Jersey.

Members
There are over 300 active members in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.The Material Handling Society has been recognized as one of the leading professional organizations by New Jersey Business Magazine.



What is the Material Handling Society of New Jersey?
MHSNJ is a non- profit organization dedicated to supporting material handling professionals by providing an educational forum and fostering communication among New Jersey's manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution practitioners. MHSNJ will provide a vehicle through which its members gain a vision of the future regarding material handling principles, practices, systems, and technologies. With this increased awareness and knowledge, MHSNJ members shall be prepared to meet the challenges ahead and contribute to the productivity and efficiency of the organizations that employ them as material handling professionals.

What is Material Handling?
Material handling can be broadly defined as the science and art pertaining to the movement, storage, control, and protection of goods and materials throughout the process of manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution.

What is a typical MHSNJ meeting like?
A typical MHSNJ meeting will start off with a site tour of an interesting material handling operation followed by a dinner meeting with prominent guest speakers. These events are scheduled approximately six (6) times annually and are supplemented by special programs, seminars, and networking functions. It is the goal of the MHSNJ to expose its members to a variety of industries which utilize a broad spectrum of material handling technologies in an effort to expand both personal and professional horizons.

Who should join and why?
Membership in the MHSNJ is open to all individuals involved in the operation of manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution facilities as well as individuals associated with vendor organizations providing material handling equipment, systems, or solutions. As a result the MHSNJ has attracted members from nearly every sector of industry. From automotive and pharmaceuticals leaders to consumer distribution professionals, the MHSNJ's member roster includes individuals representing the area's most prestigious corporations. It is this diversity of experience and knowledge that facilitates the free exchange of ideas and effective interaction among our members.

What are my benefits as a member?
Just a few of the many benefits of joining the MHSNJ are :

• The MHSNJ Newsletter which details upcoming events.
• The opportunity to network with other professionals.
• Site tours of enlightening material handling operations.
• Prominent guest speakers addressing timely issues.
• Programs designed to meet the educational demands of technical advancement in the industry.

Is the MHSNJ a good value?
Unlike many national professional organizations and societies, your $ 95.00 annual dues payment does not subsidize a large paid staff. Board members are elected by the membership and executive positions are appointed by the board. None of them are paid for their services, so you get more for your investment with the MHSNJ. The MHSNJ is truly a not-for-profit, volunteer organization.

Our Members

Material Handling Society members are individuals involved in the operation of manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution facilities as well as individuals associated with vendor organizations providing material handling equipment, systems, or solutions. As a result the MHSNJ has attracted members from nearly every sector of industry. From chemical and pharmaceuticals leaders to consumer distribution professionals, the MHSNJ's member roster includes individuals representing the area's most prestigious corporations. It is this diversity of experience and knowledge that facilitates the free exchange of ideas and effective interaction among our members.

Our members are in good company. Here is a sampling of companies our past and present members are from:

MHSNJ Scholarship

The Material Handling Society awards scholarships annually to college students pursuing studies in material handling related fields. Our annual MHSNJ Classic Golf Outing each June raises over $5,000 annually to be awarded to students from both Rutgers University and New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT).

Click here to view the companies and individuals who support our scholarship.

Past Programs

Past Programs

June 9, 2010
Tour: MHSNJ Classic - Annual Scholarship Fundraiser
Hackettstown, NJ

May 12, 2010
January 20, 2010
Tour: Newark Refrigerated Warehouse
Newark, NJ

December 2, 2009
Tour: CVS Distribution Center
Lumberton, NJ

October 21, 2009
Tour: Loehmann's Distribution Center
Rutherford, NJ

March 24, 2010
Tour: Hyundai Parts Distribution Center
Cranbury, NJ

June 3, 2009
MHSNJ Golf Classic
Minebrook Golf Club
Hackettstown, NJ

May 19, 2009
Tour: The Prudential Center - Newark, NJ
Topic: Operations at "The Rock"
Speakers:

• Charles Leone, Jr. - Director of Operations - The Prudential Center
• Tim Dougherty - Engineer - The Prudential Center

March 24, 2009
Tour: Volkswagen/Audi Distribution Center - Cranbury, NJ
Topic: Proposed Labor Legislation
Speaker: Jeffrey J. Corradino/Partner in the Law Practice of Jackson Lewis, LLP

January 21, 2009
Tour: newegg.com Distribution Center - Edison, NJ
Topic: DC Operations Survey Results
Speaker: Geoff Sisko, Transystems

November 19, 2008
Tour: decisionpoint systems Mobile Solution Center - South Plainfield, NJ

September 25, 2008
Speaker: Dr. John Coyle, Penn State University

July 10, 2008
Minor League Baseball in Trenton

June 4, 2008
MHSNJ Golf Classic

May 14, 2008
Tour: Panattoni i-Port 12 - Carteret, NJ
Topic: Brownfield Redevelopment

March 19, 2008
Tour: East Coast Warehouse - Elizabeth, NJ

January 16, 2008
Tour: Baker and Taylor - Bridgwater, NJ

November 28, 2007
Tour: Burlington Coat Factory
Topic: Warehouse Controls

October 17, 2007
Tour: Maher Terminals - Elizabeth, NJ
Topic: Current Issues Facing Port Operations

September 21, 2007
Spirit of New Jersey Networking Cruise - Weehawken, NJ

July 30, 2007
Minor League Baseball - Lakewood, NJ

June 6, 2007
MHSNJ Classic - Hackettstown, NJ

May 16, 2007
Tour: Conair DC - East Windsor, NJ
Topic: Design and Executing A New Conveyor System
Speakers:

• Lawrence Shemesh, OPSdesign
• Ben Albence, Conair

March 21, 2007
Tour: Liz Claiborne DC - North Bergen, NJ
Topic: Motivating Your Workforce
Speaker: Dan Raucci, TEM Associates

January 31, 2007
Tour: Distribution Solutions, Inc. - Newark, NJ
Topic: Labor Study on New Jersey Port
Speaker: Stephen Martin, Lee & Associates

December 6, 2006
Tour: W.W. Grainger, Inc. - Robbinsville, NJ
Topic: Facility Design at Grainger
Speaker: Ed Klimek, KSS Architecture

October 25, 2006
Tour: Aeropostale - South River, NJ
Topic: Retail Effect on Distribution
Speakers:

• Sean Whitehouse, Kurt Salmon Associates
• Brian O’Donnell, Liz Claiborne
• Michael Wohlwend, Manhattan Associates

September 21, 2006
Spirit of New Jersey Networking Cruise - Hoboken, NJ
Joint Program with WERC and CSCMP

Board of Directors

MHSNJ Board of Directors

Officers
____________________________________

President
Fred Gerstler
New Pak, Inc.
908-754-8900
fgerstler@newpak.com

Executive Vice President
Allison Clancy
Raymond of New Jersey
908-624-9570
allison.clancy@core-group-llc.com

Vice President
Anne Strauss-Wieder
A. Strauss-Wieder, Inc.
908-654-5144
asw@as-w.com

Secretary
Steve O'Reilly
Lifetime Brands
609-373-1881
Steve.O'Reilly@lifetimebrands.com

Treasurer
Karl Metz
PTL Systems, Inc.
732-889-9282
kmetz@ptl-systems.com




Directors

________________________________________

Donald Cronin
Alternative Technologies
908-876-1771
dcronin@alternativetec.com

Jonathan Frankfort
MMS Medical Supply Company
jonathan.frankfort@mmsmedical.com

Michale Gary
LTM Services, Inc.
631-443-1666 x 611
mgary@ltmservices.com

Rick Geiger
New Jersey Department of Labor
609-984-2537
richard.geiger@dol.state.nj.us

Mindy Lissner
CB Richard Ellis
732-509-2831
Mindy.Lissner@cbre.com

Dave Lodwig
Conveyco
610-346-8979
dlodwig@conveyco.com

Tom Panettiere
Victory Packaging
908-338-7128
tpanettiere@vicktorypackaging.com

Peter Roessle
Raymond of New Jersey
908-624-9570
peter@raymond-nj.com

Jeff Seibert
TGW-Ermanco
215-794-9511
Jeff.Seibert@tgw-ermanco.com

John Yacka
Bed Bath & Beyond
908-688-0888
john.yacka@bedbath.com

Welcome

Welcome to the website of the Material Handling Society of New Jersey. MHSNJ is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting material handling professionals by providing an educational forum and fostering communication among New Jersey's manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution practitioners. MHSNJ will provide a vehicle through which its members gain a vision of the future regarding material handling principles, practices, systems, and technologies. With this increased awareness and knowledge, MHSNJ members shall be prepared to meet the challenges ahead and contribute to the productivity and efficiency of the organizations that employ them as material handling professionals.