Job Details: Job Location: Joliet IL - Joliet, IL, Salary Range: $18.56 - $21.25Hourly, The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting incoming and outgoing tire shipments to ensure product quality, accuracy, and compliance with established company standards. This position verifies product numbers, quantities, labeling, product condition, and shipping documentation while identifying and reporting discrepancies, damage, and other quality concerns. The Quality Control Inspector maintains accurate inspection and inventory records, collaborates with warehouse personnel to resolve issues, and supports a safe, organized, and quality-focused warehouse environment. Essential Job Functions: Inspect incoming and outgoing tire shipments to verify product quality, accuracy, and compliance with company standards. Verify product numbers, quantities, labels, and shipping documentation against purchase orders and customer orders. Examine tires and packaging for visible damage, defects, or other quality concerns. Identify, document, and report damaged products, shortages, overages, incorrect items, and other discrepancies. Maintain accurate inspection, inventory, and shipment records. Collaborate with warehouse employees and supervisors to investigate and resolve quality issues. Assist with inventory counts and verify proper tire identification and warehouse storage locations. Follow established quality control procedures, warehouse safety requirements, and operating guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Competencies: Attention to Detail: Accurately identifies product defects, shipment discrepancies, and documentation errors. Quality Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to product quality and established inspection standards. Analytical Thinking: Evaluates discrepancies and gathers information to support resolution. Communication: Clearly documents and communicates inspection findings and quality concerns. Planning and Organization: Maintains accurate records and manages inspection activities efficiently. Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities and operational demands. Organizational Awareness: Understands warehouse processes and collaborates effectively with other departments. Safety Awareness: Follows established safety procedures and promotes a safe working environment.   Why Work for Us At Dunlop Tires North America Inc, (DTNA) we’re committed to supporting you and your family with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, along with a positive and collaborative work environment. Our distribution centers are fast-paced, hands-on environments where teamwork, safety, and respect are at the core of everything we do.   Our Benefits Include: Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical (HMO, HDHP PPO, PPO) Dental (PPO) Vision Financial & Retirement Support 401(k) with company match Referral bonus program Work-Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal time Employee Perks Tire purchase discounts Tuition reimbursement Supportive and team-oriented workplace Company-paid benefits at no cost to you: Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Business Travel Accident Coverage Travel Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health Advocate services   Minimum Qualifications: WORK EXPERIENCE: One to two (1–2) years of experience in a distribution or warehouse environment, preferably within the automotive or tire industry. Experience with quality inspections, inventory accuracy, or shipping and receiving is preferred. EDUCATION/TRAINING: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Current forklift operator certification required. SKILLS: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as Oracle. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and self-motivation are essential. Must be able to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, identify discrepancies, and communicate effectively with warehouse personnel and supervisors. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to stand, sit, walk, and use hands and fingers for extended periods. The position requires frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and other movements associated with warehouse inspections. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, as needed, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a distribution warehouse where temperatures and air quality may vary. The environment includes exposure to tire odors, moving forklifts, tractor-trailers, loading docks, and typical warehouse noise and activity. Employees must follow all applicable safety procedures when working around warehouse equipment and vehicle traffic.