Inventory and Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

Description

We want to hire people who care about what they do. At C&S , a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, we are proud to produce the highest quality wildlife specialty food and feeding accessory products available for the U.S. Wild Bird Feeding market. Quality is a big deal, and we cant build a quality product without employees who work safely, show up every day and are committed to building a quality product. If thats who you are, then we want you on our team.Not only do we have great pay and work environment, but we also offer a wonderful benefit package to our employees. We have medical, dental, vision insurance and a 401k with match. We offer vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay. You will also receive, at no cost to you, basic life insurance and disability coverage.C&S Products is searching for an Inventory and Quality Control Inspector for our Distribution Warehouse in our Fort Dodge, IA facility. As an Inventory and Quality Control Inspector at C&S, you will be responsible for inspecting loads before they are shipped to ensure they meet our quality and accuracy standards. You will also be expected to maintain bin inventory accuracy. Your role will be crucial in maintaining our reputation for reliability and excellence by ensuring that every product meets our specifications and customer expectations. Location : 1528 Cardinal Avenue, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Pay : $22.00 an hour Shift : 7 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm Monday through Friday Measures of Success

• Inspection : Conduct thorough inspections of products and shipments to ensure they meet quality standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate records of inspections, including detailed reports on any discrepancies, defects, or non-conformities found during the inspection process.
• Compliance : Ensure that all inspections comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration : Work closely with warehouse staff, supervisors, and other departments to address and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Problem-Solving : Identify and troubleshoot quality issues, providing recommendations for corrective actions and improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Training : Assist in training new warehouse staff on quality control procedures and best practices.
• Continuous Improvement : Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development and refinement of inspection processes and standards.
• Inventory Accuracy : Maintain bin inventory accuracy by completing inventory counts on an ongoing basis.

Ideal Candidate Attributes Education : High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or vocational training in quality control or a related field is a plus.

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About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ : CENT) (NASDAQ : CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Companys innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visitwww.central.comto learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.