Returns Inspector

Cosmo Appliances; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Training & development

Job summary

Cosmo Appliances is seeking a Returns Specialist to ensure proper handling of returned kitchen appliances, maintain inventory integrity, and support distribution goals. The role emphasizes high attention to detail, effective communication, and readiness to operate in a fast-paced startup environment.

Ideal candidates have experience in returns or warehouse settings, with ability to lift up to 70 lbs and proficiency in Excel/Sheets; forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in returns, quality control or inspections.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs frequently.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Proficient with smartphones for daily tasks.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Able to stand for long hours in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in warehouse or distribution environments.
• Knowledge of warehouse operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, repair and organize returned kitchen appliances.
• Assist in consolidation and storing process of received products.
• Receive returned merchandise following procedures for each product type.
• Distribute returned items to proper locations.
• Picking and pulling orders for will call and online customers.
• Take detailed damage pictures and entering damage notes in internal computer systems.
• Identify and report recurring product quality issues to vendors.
• Be the company’s internal point of contact for all things related to returned merchandise.
• Identify critical storage, distribution, and product quality issues and report them to upper management.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
• Other tasks as required to meet team goals.

Skills

Returns processing

Quality control

Inventory handling

Excel/Sheets

Forklift certified

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Google Sheets

Smartphone usage

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Cosmo Appliances is a rapidly growing appliance brand with a deep understanding of current and future customers and their needs in the kitchen. With our products, we want to inspire people to come together and create unforgettable moments. We value our employees and encourage each person to contribute ideas for improvement in both daily procedures and long-term goals. You can enjoy the satisfaction of using your particular skills to help people while working in a positive and encouraging environment.

We are looking for a capable Returns Specialist who can assist in ensuring that all warehouse policies and procedures are properly adhered to and that we are achieving our product distribution goals. This role applies to those with excellent communication skills, leadership capabilities, and strong attention to detail. This position is perfect for individuals who want to learn, grow, and succeed in a fast-paced start up environment.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, repair and organize returned kitchen appliances, checking for quality and condition of returned appliances and product;
• Assist in consolidation and storing process of product that has been received into specific designated locations.
• Receive return merchandise delivered by freight and small parcel carriers, following all return procedures for each product type.
• Distribute returned items to their proper location
• Picking and pulling orders of open box returned items for will call and online customers
• Take detailed damage pictures and entering damage notes in internal computer systems or writing on paperwork (such as item conditions using our internal grading system, customer’s return reasons, order reference numbers).
• Identify and report recurring product or packaging quality issues so they can be resolved with our vendors.
• Be the company’s key internal point of contact for all things related to returned merchandise and become a product expert by familiarizing with the technicalities of our products
• Identify critical storage, distribution, and product quality issues and report them to upper management
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
• Other tasks as required to meet team goals.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in returns / quality control / inspections
• Able to individually lift and maneuver up to 70 lbs frequently and repetitively
• Experience with Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
• Proficient in working with smart phones to perform daily tasks (taking photos, sending emails)
• Forklift certified (plus but not required)
• Able to stand for long hours and move quickly on feet
• Focus and remain on task in a fast paced environment.
• 1+ years of prior experience in returns or a distribution, warehouse, or other inventory handling environment.
• Knowledge of warehouse operating procedures

Schedule

Monday-Friday 9AM-5:30PM (some overtime required)