Home Based Coating Inspector Jobs in Crete, IL (NOW HIRING)

As a family of brands, it is Our Home's ethos to create and provide delicious, wholesome snacks to communities throughout the U.S. at a great value. We strive to create snacks that offer nourishment and a warm and welcoming sense of familiarity. Our Home is not just the house we live in, but the communities of which we are a part. Our Home gets the best snacks into hands, homes, and communities around the country so that we can flourish together.

We believe that a unified culture and shared values are essential to our success. At Our Home...

We have Growth Mindsets: We grow ourselves, our teams, and our company, both personally and professionally.

We embrace Integrity & Accountability: We do what we say we are going to do, and take ownership of our actions.

We Push the Boundaries: We challenge the status quo, and are creative problem solvers who win where others don't.

We believe that we are Stronger Together: Collaboration is at the center of what we do. We win and lose together.
Our Home makes snacks for everyone and will continue to be known for flavorful snacks with better ingredients that satisfy every occasion and craving. We deliver this through our portfolio of household favorite snack brands, including Pop Secret, From The Ground Up, Food Should Taste Good, Popchips, RW Garcia, Good Health, Parm Crisps, Sonoma Creamery, and You Need This. Our Home is one of the fastest growing Better For You food brands in the country and this explosive growth requires great people with a passion for better-for-you snacks.​​
Our Home is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Shipping/Receiving Technician on 1st shift. This role is responsible for inspecting incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and quality. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction and minimizing the risk of errors or issues with shipments. The typical schedule for this position is 7am to 3pm Monday-Friday.

Requirements

• 1-2 years related experience and training preferred, WMS and forklift experience a plus
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving or quality assurance
• Attention to detail and be a self-starter
• Must be able to learn and understand the Warehouse and Production processes
• Understanding of the food industry and safety standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel & WMS Systems
• Basic Math Skills Required
• Exceptional, grammar, writing, and documentation skills required.

• Teamwork and communication skills required
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Detail-oriented and accurate in data entry and recordkeeping

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy.
• Perform thorough inspections of all incoming raw materials and ingredients, assessing them against established quality parameters and specifications.
• Evaluate products for defects, damages, or deviations from specified standards and take appropriate action based on findings.

• Perform Gluten testing on incoming ingredients.
• Carefully review and verify Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each shipment to ensure all materials meet predefined criteria and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-check COA details with physical shipment characteristics to identify any discrepancies or quality issues.

• Ensure that outgoing shipments are properly packaged and meet the required specifications
• Verify contents of shipments against purchase orders and packing slips
• Ensure proper labeling and packaging of outbound shipments
• Identify and report any discrepancies or damages
• Document and track all shipment inspection activities
• Collaborate with Warehouse to resolve issues and ensure smooth shipment processes
• Maintain organized records of shipping and receiving activities and communicate findings to management
• Work closely with the purchasing and production departments to communicate quality issues and coordinate corrective measures.
• Engage in regular discussions with suppliers and the logistics team to improve material quality and resolve any recurring problems.
• Adhere to all safety protocols

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for reporting food safety, food quality or plant safety issues
• Forklift Operation Required

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell
• Occasionally lift/move 50 lbs
• Specific vision includes the following: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

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