Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.
With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.]
Warehouse & Inventory Supervisor– Modesto, CA
As a Warehouse & Inventory Supervisorn Modesto, California, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials, inventory accuracy, and operational excellence across site operations. You will contribute directly to business success by leading warehouse, inventory, and production support activities while fostering strong collaboration with Shipping, Operations, Production Planning, and Quality teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive performance, strengthen processes, and ensure customer requirements are met with precision and reliability.
Essential Job Functions
- Lead warehouse material handlers, label operations, and NaCA production team to ensure smooth daily operations
- Review incoming customer orders, track inventory levels, and coordinate outgoing shipments for key accounts
- Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts, tracking, and system updates to support operational and customer needs
- Partner with Production and Customer Service to proactively manage inventory levels and production requirements
- Create and manage documentation related to product orders, labeling, and inventory tracking
- Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure raw materials are available to support production schedules
- Monitor and analyze KPI data to drive performance improvements in inventory and warehouse operations
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (including 49 CFR)
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Production, Shipping, and Lab to ensure product readiness and shipment accuracy
- Maintain safety standards and ensure a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Diploma required; Associate Degree (Business or related field) preferred
- 5–10 years of experience in warehouse, inventory, or operations environments
- 49 CFR certification required; SQF certification preferred
- Strong understanding of inventory control, cycle counting, and warehouse operations
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and driving performance
- Ability to read and interpret production and batch documentation
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory or warehouse management systems
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities (overseeing ~12 team members)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
Compensation & Benefits (US Only)
The expected salary range for this role is 85-90k but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.
This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.
[Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:
Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.
Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.
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.]
