Inspection & Inventory Associate

Inspection & Inventory Associate Wage: $15.00/hour + $2.00/hour Perfect Attendance Bonus Shift: 1st Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Join a growing small-business team in Quincy, IL where your attention to detail truly matters! We are looking for a dependable and organized Inspection & Inventory Associate to help inspect, package, organize, and prepare lab coat orders with accuracy and care. This is a clean, team-oriented environment perfect for someone who enjoys staying busy, working hands-on, and taking pride in quality work. If you are reliable, detail-focused, and enjoy a variety of tasks throughout the day, we would love to meet you! Inspection & Inventory Associate Responsibilities: Unpackage incoming shipments of lab coats and other products for inspection and processing Inspect garments and products for defects, damage, stains, tears, missing components, or other imperfections to ensure products meet company and customer specifications Verify products meet quality standards, appearance expectations, and order requirements Accurately maintain inventory records and inspection documentation Fold, package, label, and prepare customer orders according to order bills, packing slips, and shipping instructions Ensure completed orders are accurate, properly packaged, and ready for shipment Report quality concerns, damaged merchandise, or inventory discrepancies to supervisors promptly Receive, organize, and store incoming products, supplies, and merchandise Maintain organized storage areas using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders for shipment or pickup Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including verifying order accuracy and completing required documentation Perform cycle counts and physical inventory counts to ensure inventory accuracy Move materials and products throughout the facility manually or using pallet jacks and carts Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work and storage areas at all times Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and operational guidelines Assist with additional operational or inspection duties as assigned by management Requirements for Inspection & Inventory Associate: High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred Previous experience in inspection, inventory, shipping/receiving, production, retail stock, or material handling preferred Ability to read and understand work instructions, order forms, labels, and shipping documentation Basic math and counting skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inspection and inventory tasks Ability to work independently and as part of a small team environment Reliable attendance and punctuality Ability to work overtime or flexible schedules as needed Experience with inventory organization and order fulfillment preferred Familiarity with FIFO inventory practices Experience using manual pallet jacks and moving carts safely Knowledge of basic shipping, packaging, and inventory procedures beneficial Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent attention to detail and product quality Ability to identify product defects and inventory discrepancies Effective communication and teamwork skills Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments efficiently Commitment to maintaining workplace safety and cleanliness Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately Ability to regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, talk, and hear throughout the shift Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle garments, packages, labels, and inventory materials Frequent repetitive motions including folding, packaging, sorting, and organizing products Ability to occasionally push/pull carts and manual pallet jacks Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds