Weights & Research Inspector

Estes Express Lines • Joliet, IL

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About The Position

The Weights & Research Inspector checks the accuracy of freight descriptions while patrolling dock operations during peak freight movement periods. The role determines proper weight classes under National Motor Freight Classification guidelines and corrects errors using physical inspections and density measurements when appropriate. The inspector works with shift supervisors to encourage reweighs of questionable shipments and documents and reports corrections. The position enters weight and description changes into the AS400 system using its Weights and Measurements menus.

The inspector may accompany sales personnel to inform and educate shippers about proper freight descriptions and packaging requirements under NMFC rules. The role also conducts special research studies as directed by management to support pricing and costing decisions. Regular attendance is required. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties; operational, safety, and other needs may require the employee to perform additional assigned duties and tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong math skills and ability.
• Minimum keying speed of 40 words per minute.
• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds, or more if required by essential job functions.
• Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Ability to interact well with others and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to respond to questions and read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents, including safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with strong comprehension and concentration and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and be subject to random drug and/or alcohol tests and a criminal history background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of four years of trucking experience.
• Knowledge of National Motor Freight Classifications, rating, and/or OS&D.
• AS400 experience.

Responsibilities

• Check freight description accuracy while patrolling dock operations during peak freight movement periods.
• Determine proper weight classes in accordance with National Motor Freight Classification guidelines.
• Correct freight description or weight-class errors based on physical inspections and density measurements where appropriate.
• Work with shift supervisors to encourage reweighs of questionable shipments and document and report corrections.
• Enter weight and description changes into the AS400 system using the Weights and Measurements menus.
• Accompany sales personnel as needed to inform and educate shippers on proper freight descriptions and packaging requirements under NMFC rules.
• Conduct special research studies at management’s direction to support pricing and costing decisions.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned to meet operational, safety, and other needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED