QC Inspector

Pure Flavor; Leamington; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Paid time off

Company-paid benefits

Job summary

Pure Flavor is hiring a Quality Control Inspector to assess and report on the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory and shipped from the facility, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements.

The role involves inspecting incoming loads, completing QC inspection reports, and managing quarantine/on-hold items. It requires GMP/food safety knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail required in inspections and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of GMP, Health & Safety, and Food Safety principles is expected.
• Basic understanding of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable regulations and labeling requirements.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect loads of vegetables on arrival and perform outbound inspections.
• Complete QC Inspection Reports for each arriving load, including distressed loads.
• Assess and categorize inventory by quality and condition.
• Place and release quarantine/on-hold products as needed.
• Conduct outgoing quality checks and review checks by shippers.
• Regularly inspect finished product and packaging for adherence to standards when requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

GMP knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Education

Secondary School Education or equivalent

Post secondary education preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Inspector (QC) responsible to assess and report on the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory and shipped from the facility. Ensure that all products shipped meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all loads of vegetables arriving at the facility are visually inspected; Perform outbound inspections on shipments


• Complete QC Inspection Reports for each arriving load, including distressed loads, or any load we deem necessary


• Ensure all inventory is assessed and is categorized according to its quality and condition


• Place and release quarantine/on-hold product


• Conduct outgoing quality checks and/or review the checks conducted by the shippers


• Regularly inspect finished product and packaging for adherence to standards, when requested or applicable

Requirements:

• Secondary School Education or equivalent required; Post secondary education, preferred


• Minimum (1) year experience as a Vegetable Inspector or Quality Inspector in produce or related industry, preferred


• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, and Food Safety


• Basic understanding of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable regulations, plus Consumer Packaging & Labeling requirements and standards


• Computer skills (essential)


• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Other core expectations as defined by the company

Working Conditions:

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required


• This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.


• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; use hands to handle or feel product or packaging; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves walking and lifting, regularly, up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds. Visual requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

This position offers an hourly wage range of $18–$20CAD, with final compensation varying based on experience, skills, internal equity, and location. In addition, Pure Flavor offers a competitive total rewards package, including company-paid benefits, RRSP matching, and paid time off.