Contract Logistics 2nd Shift Quality Inspector Team Lead - Union City, GA
Kuehne+NagelEstonia9 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyDistribution, Supply Chain
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As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.
Under the guidance of the QSHE Supervisor, the Contract Logistics Quality Inspector Team Lead oversees inspection activities to ensure they align with the company's service, quality, and cost objectives. The Quality Inspector Lead is responsible for ensuring Inspectors receive proper training and evaluations according to relevant standard procedures. This role includes managing the scheduling of an adequate number of Inspectors, including coverage for weekend shifts. The Quality Inspector Lead guarantees timely reporting of inspection findings and serves as the primary liaison between Inspectors and leadership. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
How you create impact
Essential Duties And Functions
Knowledge, Skills And Experience
In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.
As a Senior Fullstack Engineer, you will be part of the team owning development of scalable, accessible and performant web interfaces to deliver intuitive user experiences that align with KN’s brand and business goals. You will also lead and be part of backend and frontend architectural decisions, and ensure long-term maintainability of our web platforms.
How you create impact
Join Kuehne+Nagel’s IT Hub in Tallinn, where your work will have a meaningful impact on the logistics industry. Here, you’ll find a hybrid work model, extensive health benefits, and a culture of continuous learning that ensures your career growth. You’ll be surrounded by extraordinary and committed people, all dedicated to shaping the future of logistics. Even if you don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply - your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need. Be part of a team that values work-life balance, supports your personal well-being, and empowers you to contribute to something truly impactful.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.
Under the guidance of the QSHE Supervisor, the Contract Logistics Quality Inspector Team Lead oversees inspection activities to ensure they align with the company's service, quality, and cost objectives. The Quality Inspector Lead is responsible for ensuring Inspectors receive proper training and evaluations according to relevant standard procedures. This role includes managing the scheduling of an adequate number of Inspectors, including coverage for weekend shifts. The Quality Inspector Lead guarantees timely reporting of inspection findings and serves as the primary liaison between Inspectors and leadership. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
How you create impact
Essential Duties And Functions
- Oversee daily quality inspection operations, guiding and mentoring inspectors to guarantee that products meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements
- Oversee inspection activities to align with production schedules while ensuring exceptional quality, reliability, and safety standards are consistently upheld
- Identify opportunities to enhance inspection methods and strengthen quality control processes
- Ensure the proper use and maintenance of measurement and testing equipment, such as calipers and gauges
- Be the primary point of contact between the inspectors and operations staff
- Immediately report any interpersonal or staff issues to the QA Supervisor or Manager
- Provide daily direction, training, and oversight to QA Inspectors to ensure production targets are consistently achieved
- Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and other relevant industry standards while effectively managing quality documentation
- May be required to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Identify and document non-conforming materials, initiate quality Notifications in the designated system, and collaborate with the leadership team to conduct thorough root cause investigations
- Perform or oversee detailed dimensional and visual inspections on complex parts, tools and gauges using various measuring instruments
Knowledge, Skills And Experience
- Minimum Education: High school diploma, equivalent certification, or a technical degree
- Preferred Qualification: At least one year of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity within a manufacturing or distribution center setting
- Comprehensive expertise in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances), blueprint interpretation, and precise measurement techniques
- Employees are expected to adhere to procedures introduced through on-the-job training
- Escalating potential situations to higher levels of supervision when necessary
- Identify and rectify errors or inconsistencies encountered during the receipt or completion of paperwork
- Demonstrated capability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks independently with minimal oversight
- The ideal candidate will possess prior experience in warehouse or manufacturing settings
- Computer skills, including proficiency in SAP or comparable quality management systems
In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.
As a Senior Fullstack Engineer, you will be part of the team owning development of scalable, accessible and performant web interfaces to deliver intuitive user experiences that align with KN’s brand and business goals. You will also lead and be part of backend and frontend architectural decisions, and ensure long-term maintainability of our web platforms.
How you create impact
- Design, build, and maintain backend services and middleware for KN’s global web platforms.
- Develop and extend frontend features using Vue.js, Nuxt3, and TypeScript.
- Ensure code quality via automated unit, integration, UI, and performance tests.
- Model and optimise databases for high‑traffic, scalable environments.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to release planning with PO, Developers, DevOps, and QA.
- Improve performance and Core Web Vitals through code and asset optimisation.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure accessibility, consistency, and brand alignment.
- Continuously enhance the codebase through refactoring, clean code practices, reviews, and cross‑functional teamwork.
- 5+ years of backend development experience in enterprise environments.
- Strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, and REST API development.
- Experience with middleware technologies and system integration patterns.
- Familiarity with AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Working knowledge of CI/CD workflows and Git-based version control.
- Understanding of security best practices and performance optimisation approaches.
- Nice-to-have: CMS experience (StoryBlok), microservices, and event-driven architecture.
- Experience with observability/monitoring tools and strong communication, collaboration, and growth mindset
Join Kuehne+Nagel’s IT Hub in Tallinn, where your work will have a meaningful impact on the logistics industry. Here, you’ll find a hybrid work model, extensive health benefits, and a culture of continuous learning that ensures your career growth. You’ll be surrounded by extraordinary and committed people, all dedicated to shaping the future of logistics. Even if you don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply - your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need. Be part of a team that values work-life balance, supports your personal well-being, and empowers you to contribute to something truly impactful.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
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