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Rail Quality Control Inspector (PA)

Glovisusa, Phila, PA, United States


Glovis America - 51 Mustin St, 51 Mustin St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description
Posted Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Expires Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 10:59 AM

COME BE A PART OF OUR EXCELLENT TEAM!

High School Diploma Preferred, but NOT Required

On-The-Job Training

Increases Every 6 Months for First 36 Months

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

14paid Company Holidays

80 Hours of Vacation

40+ Hours of Sick

401K w/ GENEROUS Match

Eligible Tuition Reimbursement

Eligible for Auto Allowance of $125 per Month

Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month

Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses

Eligible for Discretionary Bonus Annually

Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!!

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary
The Rail Quality Control Inspector's primary role and responsibility is to ensure our customer receives a quality product provided by a quality service via a thorough and accurate pre-delivery and/or final vehicle inspection.

Responsibilities

Perform Rail audits on new vehicle

Must be able to audit the quality of all GLOVIS services and have the ability to detect minor vehicle issues while climbing

Must have good color vision

Inspect cars using GPQMS Audit App, specialized camera, and/or check sheets

Properly document results of the inspection and take pictures of non-conforming items

Must be truthful when recording results of inspections

Alert Supervisor/Manager of quality concerns immediately

Provide feedback to resolve compliance issues

Audit employee compliance

Audit employee compliance with standardized processes, procedures, bulletins, and work instructions

Assist with creating and monitoring corrective actions and countermeasures

Provide input on how to correct known issues within various departments

Assist with the development of audit strategies

Assist with training of new staff on quality inspections

Assist with development and implementation of audit strategies, audit related policies and procedures, and assessment schedules

Communicate the status of unresolved quality issues

Alert Supervisor/Manager of quality concerns that are found during inspection process immediately

Notify Supervisor/Manager if units flagged for defects are not repaired in a timely manner

Other duties as assigned

Skills

Computer literacy with experience in Bluetooth/ RF technology and logistics software Required

Ability to adapt to process change and ISO standards Required

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Required

Excellent interpersonal skills Required

Ability to climb up to 65', in dark, cramped Rail cars Required

Education & Experience

High School Diploma/G.E.D OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Completion of mandatory company training Required

1 year of experience in quality control/assurance Preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods

Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing

Lift up to 25lbs

Carry up to 25lbs

Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure

Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Glovis America - 51 Mustin St, 51 Mustin St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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