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Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
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Job Title: Shipping Operator (Plate production backup)
Work Location: Concord, CA
Reports to: Shift Supervisor
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Monday-Friday) with overtime as needed.
Pay: $21/hour starting wage
Position Summary/Objective
The Shipper is responsible for overseeing the packaging and processing of outgoing shipments while following a set schedule to meet customer delivery dates. This position needs an individual with a high degree of urgency, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Essential Job Functions
Carefully wrapping and packaging Photopolymer printing plates to set customer specifications and guidelines and have them ready in time for the FedEx truck at 3:00pm. Should some shipments miss the FedEx truck, would need to use site van to bring to FedEx hub near the site. Prepare and print appropriate documentation and labels for shipment of goods. Communicate all shipment transactions to customer service, production supervisor and enter appropriate information into ZOHO. Receive all deliveries, confirm contents and deliver them to the appropriate personnel. Continues progression of 5S and show incremental improvements on monthly audits. Attends necessary meetings to aid business and organizational development and completes continual learning training. Adheres to established safety and training regarding corporate goals and expectations. Completes mandated learning/training throughout the year. As time permits, this position will be cross trained in certain areas to assist production staff during down time with any production needs. Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment
This is a rather fast-paced and, at times, stressful, environment that requires a sense of urgency, a high level of organization and attention to detail.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, be able to move between 30-50 lbs. depending on the shipment and the ability to roll the photopolymer plates so they fit in the telescopic boxes which are then sealed and shipped out.
Required Education and Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent is required and will be verified. A Valid Driver’s license is required. High level of organization and sense of urgency. Must be committed to a high degree of detail. Strong ability to multi-task. Excellent follow through skills. Strong ability to communicate effectively at all levels and excellent listening and comprehension skills. A team player who is conscientious, has a positive attitude and can handle periods of stress and still be productive.
Preferred Experience
Experience with FedEx Ship Manager preferred. Any experience with ZOHO would be a plus but trainable.
BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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