DE Receiving Clerk

Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.

Then, this position is right for you!

Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com

Our offer:

• Shift Differential
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
• 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
• Uniforms Provided
• Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.
• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Background

• Works under direct supervision of the Purchasing Manager in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.
• Performs manual and clerical duties related to inspecting, storing, organizing, data entry and delivering a variety of raw materials, packaging components, parts equipment and supplies associated with company purchases.
• Primary function of data entry into ERP/MRP system and maintaining accurate information in support of the organization.

Tasks

• Accurately receive all chemical raw materials, packaging components and MRO parts into Ross ERP system.
• Responsible for receiving and organizing raw materials and packaging components for inbound shipments and entering receipts into the ERP system.
• Process bin location moves and changes in the ERP system.
• Communicate inbound packing list receipt discrepancies with the Purchasing and Maintenance Departments to resolve issues.
• Assist Material Handlers with the receiving and offloading of deliveries as needed.
• Help develop receiving processes and determine staging area locations to distribute items.
• Inspect items for damage and sort packages for delivery.
• Reconciles shipments to invoice specifications, packing slips, or other documents.
• Responsible for accuracy of shipping documents and verifying receiving receipts with open orders.
• Sign and maintain packing slips for Accounting Dept.
• Deliver packing list documents on a daily basis to Accounting Dept.
• Responsible for proper delivery of shipments, either to department or individual.
• Responsible for upkeep of warehouse – appearance/organization
• Maintain inventory system accuracy in accordance with company policy and best practices.
• Monitors and maintains physical inventory, coordinating invoices for parts and file system.
• Strong communication skills to interact with suppliers, Jost management and co-workers.
• Operate Pallet jack or forklift as needed.

Specifications

• Completed high school diploma or community college degree in business, logistics, supply chain and warehouse operations experience preferred.
• 3 years of experience in data entry receiving in ERP with manufacturing, distribution/GMP environment preferred.
• 3 years of experience in Shipping/Receiving in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
• Knowledge of:
  1. Mathematics, English comprehension both written and oral
  2. Computer data entry preferred (Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, ERP/MRP systems)
  3. Warehousing and inventory practices, commercial office supplies, basic familiarity with industrial tools (visual I.D.)
  4. Safety, health and environment rules and regulations, policies, and procedures
• Skill in:
  1. Attention to detail and record keeping.
  2. Data Entry and system reconciliation.
  3. Organizational skills
  4. Shipping and Receiving functions.
• Ability to:
  1. Work in extreme cold and hot (120F) environment when necessary.
  2. Comprehend oral and written English instruction.
  3. Drive a forklift in safe and efficient manner.
  4. Follow established policies and procedures.
  5. Exhibit manual dexterity, perceptual speed and extent flexibility.
  6. Adopt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needs.
  7. Work on weekends or overtime if needed.
  8. Pass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities test.
  9. Squat to touch floor 10 times without assistance
  10. Lifting: Graduated lift to 55 pounds in box 4” to 57”
  11. Lifting: Stack 40, 55 lbs. bags within 10 minutes
  12. Push at least 102 lbs. from any height.
  13. Pull an average of 100 lbs. at 36”
  14. Ascends/Descends vertical ladder 15 rungs (8 rungs 2 times)
  15. Lifting: 30 lbs. to workers overhead extension for 1 repetition
  16. Simulation of scraping movement: 20 lbs. CW/CCW for 2 minutes @ 18 ht.
  17. Simulation of opening/closing a valve with cross bar at 60 ht.
  18. Maneuver: 185 lbs. floor to 4” one time