Quality Control Inspector

Imagine a company that recognizes excellence in not only the products it sells, but also in its employees. R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is that company. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism - and we treat our employees like the valuable assets they are.

Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies. With 49 warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico, we maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling and safety products.

In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer an environment that asks you to make a difference. We value hard work and common sense, and we consistently reward those that exemplify these traits. If you're looking for a great team to grow with and if you are willing to embrace the challenges of being expected to be the best, we welcome you to come join the R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. team!

Position Description

R.S. Hughes is seeking a highly motivated Quality Control Inspector to join our team. In this role, you will ensure that products and materials meet specified requirements and quality standards while upholding the safety processes and protocols of R.S. Hughes. The chosen candidate will perform regular product inspections, record the inspection results, and identify recommended improvements to warehousing, storage and shipping processes. This role is expected to adhere to all company policies and safety protocols.

Key Competencies Required to be Successful as a Quality Control Inspector

• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from vendors and outgoing products for shipping including required documentation.
• Identify and segregate all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Recognize and understand product requirements including required shelf-life, material specifications, documentation, and labeling.
• Recommend improvements to the warehousing processes to ensure quality control.
• Document inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports and performance records.
• Communicate with the Warehouse & Logistics team about quality control concerns to improve product and customer excellence.
• Resolve quality-related issues in a timely manner.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Certification/Licenses

• Minimum of high school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field highly preferred.
• Minimum of two to five (2-5) years of experience in product and/ or materials inspection in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with medical/ pharma product and materials inspection.
• Knowledge of Quality Standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9120).

Skills That Will Make You Successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience working with an ERP system, inventory management software, or similar tools.
• Proficient with application of Data analysis concepts/ practices (Shelf-life calculations, UOM conversions, etc.).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods during physical inventory counts.

Target Base Compensation range for this nonexempt role is $22.00 - $25.00/ hr. DOE.

This is a Full-Time position, eligible to participate in the Company's benefit plans including: Paid Time off; major medical, dental, vision; Company paid short-term and long-term disability; paid parental leave; various supplemental benefit plans; and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).