Shipping Clerk III- Modesto, CA

Shipping Clerk - Modesto

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that is committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. [With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century], we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.

Arxada is looking for a Shipping Clerk responsible for the shipment of outgoing materials, supplies, and products. Gathers, verifies, and packs items for shipment according to specifications and the transportation method used. Records shipped items according to established procedures. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to learn and take directions from supervisor, and/or co-workers.
• Responsible for Quality Point (QP4) – Final QA Inspection

• This is the final point of inspection before products are released to shipment. They must be inspected for any defects or contamination. Labels, lot numbers, COA, and other paperwork must also be verified.
• Records of inspections will be documented on Intelex.

• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining records of QP4- Final QA inspection and ensuring all finished products are inspected for any defects, contamination as well as correct labels, lot number, COA, and all required shipping paperwork.
• This position inspects, promotes, and maintains adherence to food safety cleanliness in the handling of product, ingredients and finished goods using proper work procedures and compliance with Food Safety and Quality Standards as defined by the FDA, SQF, HACCP and GMP Programs.
• Comply with company GMP’s, HACCP, Safety rules and employee conduct policies always. 
• Assist department personnel in all aspects of department needs.
• Continued on-the-job training to obtain the knowledge to work independently.
• Select and prepare items for shipment according to BOM and Shipping documents.
• Maintain shipping and receiving documentation in a neat and orderly manner.
• Work with other departments to ensure on time shipments and customer satisfaction.
• Follow FIFO on all products shipping.
• Load and unload trucks; stack and retrieve items safely.
• Notify department manager or lead of damaged or defective items.
• Assemble wood and cardboard containers or pick pre-assembled containers.
• Attach identifying information and delivery instructions on containers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, return tools and equipment back to their proper area for storage, clean and ready for reuse, after each use.
• Proficient in Chempax Module I-III
• Forklift operation with a current forklift license.
• Must be 49CFR Certified.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent
  combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to complete simple math, to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• .Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
•  Must be able to read, understand, and comply with Standard Operating Procedures, equipment manuals, and operational checklist.
•  Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment.
•  Experience working in a production environment, chemical industry preferred.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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