Weights & Research Inspector

XPO; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Weights & Research Inspector in Columbus, OH. This role focuses on reviewing inspection reports, analyzing NMFC classifications, and ensuring accurate BOL and billing descriptions on dock shipments, with documentation corrections as needed.

Ideal candidates will have 4 years of work or military experience, solid communication skills, and can navigate the NMFC rules. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research is required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of work or military experience.
• Able to explain and document classification corrections for all involved parties.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Able to effectively navigate the internet using specific keywords for research.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Review inspection reports to identify potential issues.
• Conduct inspections of shipments on the dock utilizing handheld devices.
• Review BOL and billing descriptions to verify accuracy.
• Gather information related to the shipment, including dimensions, pictures, and commodity characteristics.
• Research commodity information using the NMFC for applicable description and class.
• Issue document corrections based on NMFC provisions.
• Upload documents/pictures into the image system for review; maintain reports to measure corrections activity and revenue recovery.

Skills

4 years of work or military experience

Explain classification corrections

Microsoft Suite

Internet research

Communication and interpersonal skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NMFC provisions knowledge

Weights inspections experience

LTL industry knowledge

Job description

Career Opportunities: Weights & Research Inspector (390032)

Requisition ID390032-Posted09/29/2026-US

What you’ll need to succeed as a Weights & Research Inspector at XPO

• 4 years of work or military experience
• Able to explain and document classification corrections for all involved parties
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Able to effectively navigate the internet using specific keywords for research
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends

Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of NMFC provisions, including rules and packaging
• Weights and inspections experience
• Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry knowledge and experience

About the Weights & Research Inspector job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Expected pay range: $26.39 to $34.77 per hour. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Review inspection reports to identify potential issues
• Conduct inspections of shipments on the dock utilizing handheld devices
• Review BOL and billing descriptions to verify accuracy
• Gather information related to the shipment, including dimensions, pictures, and commodity characteristics
• Research commodity information using the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) for applicable description and class
• Issue document corrections based on the applicable provisions from the NMFC
• Upload documents/pictures into the image system for reviewMaintain the reports necessary to measure corrections activity and revenue recovery

Weights & Research Inspectors are required to:

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 75 lbs.
• Stand, sit or walk for extended periods
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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