Product Inspector

Description

Who We are

John Paul Mitchell Systems (“JPMS”) is recognized worldwide for developing and marketing innovative hair and skin care products since 1980. We’ve been serving the professional beauty industry with salon-quality hair care products, styling tools and professional hair color through our family of brands including Paul Mitchell®, MITCH®, Awapuhi Wild Ginger®, Tea Tree, Paul Mitchell® Pro Tools™, Neuro®, The Demi and Color XG®. 

We were the first professional hair care company to take a stand against animal testing and continue our strong commitment to giving back, supporting a wide range of philanthropic causes both domestically and internationally. Sustainability has always been a priority, and we are committed to making our company operations climate neutral to preserve the beauty of the world around us.

About the Role 

The Product Inspector will work to ensure the quality of packaging components, raw materials, and finished products which come into our Santa Clarita Warehouse. This may include, but is not limited to, visual inspections, document and label verification, tape testing of components, checking for damaged pieces and cases, and other general quality functions.

What You will Do:

• Review incoming items to make sure the correct items/artwork versions/materials are received
• Perform quality verification testing (Tape Test/Ovality/Visual Inspection/etc. for received items)
• Confirm all received items are clean and in good order  (free of damage/crushing/water)
• Test standability of bar coding on labels to confirm readability
• Pull samples of finished goods received for our QA Specialist to test products and for Creative when photo samples are      needed.
• Work closely with the Senior Director of QA & Regulatory to develop and improve quality at JPMS

Who You Are:

• Have a strong work ethic and can-do attitude, leaving a positive impression on everyone you interact with
• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional stakeholders, fostering a cohesive team environment
• Strong time management skills and able to act with a sense of urgency
• Highly organized, detail oriented and efficient multitasker
• Self-starter and thrives in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
• Comfortable wearing many hats and moving fluidly between tasks
• Utilize relevant industry jargon and terminology consistently in both verbal and written communications
• Act and propose new ideas and solutions before asked
• You are positive, upbeat, and friendly—with a can-do attitude and a knack for solving problems Self-described beauty enthusiast, passionate about hair care

Requirements

What You’ll Need:

Skills: 

• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of ERP/Inventory systems 
• Strong organizational skills
• Highly observant and strict attention to detail
• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Reading comprehension: must be able to understand written sentences and information provided in work orders, specifications and other work-related and safety communications

Education: 

• High school diploma or GED required

Experience: 

• 2 years+ experience in inspection or packaging inspection is preferred

Working Conditions

• Warehouse and Office Settings

Competitive Compensation: 

• The expected hourly range for this position is $19.25 to $21.00. The exact hourly rate is determined by various factors including geographic location, experience, skills, and education.
• Discretionary Bonus Plan: This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: In addition to base salary, JPMS offers a competitive benefits package to      eligible employees, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision      insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance,      disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid      family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary      vacation time, and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment.