About the role
Franklin Precision Castings is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping Quality Inspector to join our team. This position plays an important role in ensuring customer orders are accurately inspected, packaged, documented, and shipped on time.
This Monday-Friday / 8AM-4PM, Shipping Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting finished products, verifying shipment accuracy, preparing products for safe shipment, maintaining shipping records, and assisting with deliveries when needed.
Key Responsibilities * Inspect finished products for defects, damage, or other quality concerns and remove nonconforming products prior to packing. * Verify finished products against purchase orders, prints, packing lists, and other required documentation to ensure shipment accuracy. * Confirm correct part numbers, quantities, and customer requirements before products are packed and shipped. * Prepare and organize packaging procedures to ensure products are properly protected during transportation. * Safely and securely package products using appropriate materials and methods. * Ensure all outgoing shipments are properly labeled and documented. * Verify that required shipping documents accompany each shipment, including bills of lading and other applicable paperwork. * Enter shipment information accurately into the company's computer/database system, including part numbers, quantities, customer information, and shipping details. * Maintain accurate shipping and inventory records. * Communicate with Production, Quality, Sales, and other departments regarding shipment requirements or discrepancies. * Identify and report quality or shipment discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor. * Assist with loading and preparing shipments for carriers. * Make local deliveries when needed using a company-provided vehicle. * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area. * Operate shipping equipment safely after completing required company training and certification.
Qualifications & Requirements * Valid driver's license and good driving record required. * Previous experience in shipping, quality inspection, manufacturing, warehouse operations, or a related field is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate. * Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or defects. * Ability to carefully read and follow purchase orders, prints, routing instructions, and other production/shipping paperwork. * Basic computer skills and ability to accurately enter information into company systems. * Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. * Ability to communicate effectively and read and write clearly and legibly. * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to an 8-hour shift. * Ability to regularly lift approximately 40–50 pounds. * Ability to work independently while also communicating effectively with other departments. * Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
Training No prior shipping certification is required.
Benefits * Hourly rate (based on experience) * Medical * Dental * Vision * 401(k) with Company Match (100% Vested) * Company-Paid $50,000 Life Insurance * Company-Paid Short-Term Disability * Optional Long-Term Disability & Additional Life Insurance * $300 Annual Fitness Reimbursement * $500 Employee Referral Bonus * Paid Time Off (PTO) * 11 Paid Holidays
Safety PPO * Company-Paid Safety Footwear * Company-Paid Prescription Safety Glasses