Produce Quality Control - •Overnights

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision, to inspect produce upon arrival at the Distribution Center and existing produce for quality; accepts or rejects produce that does not meet quality and other standards. Employees in this job classification provide quality control support to management, vendors, stores and the Distribution Center. This job classification requires knowledge of the products, procurement practices and methods and the ability to select and provide produce to customers that meet the company’s budgetary and quality requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• High school diploma or G.E.D and a minimum of three or more (3+) years’ experience in a retail produce department.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE :

• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations, such as FDA and Health.

SKILLS / ABILITIES :

• Ability to work independently.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to be flexible in changing work priorities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously within established timelines.
• Ability to generate work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships.
• Good customer service skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Worked is performed in a distribution center environment with refrigeration temperatures ranging from 34-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Work around pallet jacks and forklifts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time :

• Standing
• Sitting
• Walking throughout the facilities
• Viewing Computer Monitor
• Keyboarding

Essential Job Functions and Basic Duties

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision, to inspect produce upon arrival at the Distribution Center and

existing produce for quality; accepts or rejects produce that does not meet quality and other

standards. Employees in this job classification provide quality control support to management,

vendors, stores and the Distribution Center. This job classification requires knowledge of the

products, procurement practices and methods and the ability to select and provide produce to

customers that meet the company’s budgetary and quality requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Performs a physical inspection of all produce received at the Distribution Center prior

to product acceptance. Inspects for company standards in quality, size and condition.

• Approves produce delivery when standards are met. Rejects produce when standards

are not met and informs appropriate staff and vendor. Obtains buyer approval in some

situations.

• Performs a physical inspection and monitors warehoused produce for quality, shelf

life and possible rotation problems. Notifies appropriate staff and vendors for

resolution.

• Trains new employees in the Distribution Center on produce acceptance standards

prior to receiving products from vendors and others.

• Coordinates orders with the produce buying team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND

EXPERIENCE :

• High school diploma or G.E.D and a minimum of three or

more (3+) years’ experience in a retail produce department.

REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE :

• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and

regulations, such as FDA and Health.

SKILLS / ABILITIES :

• Ability to work independently.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to be flexible in changing work priorities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously within

established timelines.

• Ability to generate work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

maintain effective working relationships.

• Good customer service skills.

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• Performs a physical inspection of all produce received at the Distribution Center prior to product acceptance. Inspects for company standards in quality, size and condition.
• Approves produce delivery when standards are met. Rejects produce when standards are not met and informs appropriate staff and vendor. Obtains buyer approval in some situations.
• Performs a physical inspection and monitors warehoused produce for quality, shelf life and possible rotation problems. Notifies appropriate staff and vendors for resolution.
• Trains new employees in the Distribution Center on produce acceptance standards prior to receiving products from vendors and others.
• Coordinates orders with the produce buying team

CERTIFICS REQ

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Employees may occasionally experience the following physical

demands for extended periods of time :

• Standing
• Sitting
• Walking throughout the facilities
• Viewing computer monitor
• Keyboarding

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Worked is performed in a distribution center environment with refrigeration temperatures

ranging from 34-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Work around pallet jacks and forklifts.