2nd Shift Quality Inspection Specialist

Wagner Logistics; Kansas; On-site; USD 44,720 - 47,200; Full time

Job summary

Wagner Logistics is seeking a Quality Inspection Specialist to ensure products meet quality standards on the distribution center floor. You will inspect inbound/outbound goods, document results, and address issues to support customer service and warehouse teams.

The role operates on the second shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Mon–Fri) with a starting pay of $21.00 per hour plus a $0.50 shift differential. Prior inspection or warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience preferred in quality or warehouse roles.
• Ability to read, count, perform basic math, and write legibly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer relations by promptly addressing inquiries about product quality.
• Operate quality tracking systems to document inspection results and ensure traceability.
• Adhere to customer service standards related to product quality and inspection procedures.
• Rotate and handle products per customer specifications and quality guidelines.
• Perform inspections of inbound, stored, and outbound products and report findings.
• Verify inbound products meet quality specs and are received from vendors.
• Verify outbound freight is staged and loaded per quality standards.
• Maintain safety awareness and report hazards immediately.
• Follow security protocols to safeguard product integrity.

Skills

Reading & counting

Math basics

Forklift certified

MS Office

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summary: The Quality Inspection Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all incoming and outgoing products meet established quality standards and specifications. This hands-on role operates primarily on the distribution center floor, performing detailed inspections, documenting results, and addressing quality-related issues to support both customer service and warehouse teams. The position plays a key role in maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and compliance throughout the inspection process.

This position would work the second shift from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Monday - Friday with a starting pay of $21.00 plus shift differential of an additional $0.50 per hour.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Customer Relations: Maintain strong relationships with customers by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns regarding product quality. Communicate feedback, including any dissatisfaction, to management for resolution.

Quality Management Systems: Proficiently operate the WMS or other quality tracking systems to document inspection results, maintain product traceability, and ensure compliance with customer quality requirements.

Customer Service Requirements: Fully understand and adhere to customer service standards related to product quality and inspection procedures.

Product Rotation & Compliance: Ensure products are rotated and handled in accordance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality guidelines.

Quality Inspection: Perform regular inspections of inbound, stored, and outbound products to identify damage, defects, or nonconformance, and report findings to management.

Inbound Verification: Confirm that inbound products meet quality specifications and are received accurately from the customer’s receiving line or inbound vendors, as directed by management.

Outbound Verification: Ensure outbound freight is staged and loaded in compliance with customer quality standards and management direction.

Safety Awareness: Stay alert to potential hazards during inspections, such as damaged pallets or unsafe product stacking, and report any safety concerns immediately to prevent injury.

Security Monitoring: Follow security protocols to safeguard product integrity and warehouse operations. Report suspicious activity or breaches to management.

What You Need:

Education (preferred level): High school diploma or equivalent

Experience (preferred level in a similar position): One year of experience.

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

• Must be able to read and count accurately, perform simple math, and write legibly.
• Forklift certified or possesses the ability to complete a forklift training course successfully.
• General personal computer skills, including the ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be capable of sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods. You must be able to lift up to fifty pounds on occasion to inspect products.
• The ability to follow directions, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Must be well organized and able to multi-task, comprehend written policies and procedures, and follow oral instructions.

Physical Demands and Work Environmen t:

• Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist, and/or kneel for up to 12-hour periods and repetitively
• Assist warehouse personnel in the loading, loading, and cycle counting and other duties as assigned
• Capability to navigate through narrow, confined spaces
• Work near or on top of sloping, uneven, and/or slippery surfaces
• Exposure to varying temperatures: heat, cold, wet, damp, drafty
• Possible exposure to areas with high noise levels that may require hearing protection
• Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights
• Utilize muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds

Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Protected Veterans

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Quality Control Intermediate

Preferred

Analytical Novice

Accuracy oversight Intermediate

Behaviors

Required

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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