Fresh Produce Quality Inspector

Gambles Produce; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-covered health and dental benefits

Company matched Pension Plan

Job summary

A leading produce wholesaler is seeking a Quality Control Inspector for its Calgary Distribution Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting produce inspections and ensuring compliance with CFIA/USDA standards to maintain quality for our customers. Ideal candidates will have a background in food science or agriculture and strong communication skills. This fast-paced environment requires flexibility and the ability to lift heavy items. Competitive benefits include employer-covered health and dental benefits.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in food science or agriculture.
• Knowledge of CFIA grading standards is an asset.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and work in a warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to ensure quality specifications.
• Report quality assessments during live inbound receiving.
• Coordinate CFIA inspections as required.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Self-starter

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to lift 50lbs

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Post-secondary education in food science, natural science and/or agriculture

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

A leading produce wholesaler is seeking a Quality Control Inspector for its Calgary Distribution Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting produce inspections and ensuring compliance with CFIA/USDA standards to maintain quality for our customers. Ideal candidates will have a background in food science or agriculture and strong communication skills. This fast-paced environment requires flexibility and the ability to lift heavy items. Competitive benefits include employer-covered health and dental benefits.