Berry Quality Control Specialist

California Giant Berry Farms; Florida City (FL); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

California Giant Berry Farms is seeking a QC Inspector to inspect strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries per company standards. This role includes accurate data entry, adherence to GMPs and GAPs, and communication of product quality to QA management and stakeholders.

The position requires 1–2 years in berry quality control, knowledge of food safety regulations, and the ability to work in cold environments with team collaboration and reliability. Some travel may be required.

Qualifikationen

• 1-2 years of experience in berry quality control.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic skills in Excel.
• Basic electronic skills for data entry and report generation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects (shape, color, softness).
• Ability to work in varying environment conditions, including cold temperatures, during berry processing and storage.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Aufgaben

• Conduct thorough inspections and grading of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries according to California Giant standards and specifications.
• Accurate entry of reports into quality system platforms using computers or tablets.
• Follow GMPs and GAPs for handling of fresh berries.
• Send email communications about product quality to QA management, growers, cooling operations, sourcing and sales using iPad.
• Assist the QA team in other duties such as shelf-life studies, re-inspections and lotting of product.
• Receive unannounced customer visits.
• Support sustainability goals and initiatives in daily work.
• Work safely in a fast-paced environment and recognize hazards around forklifts and heavy equipment in motion.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Berry QC

Excel basics

Data entry

Report generation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Jobbeschreibung

California Giant Berry Farms is seeking a QC Inspector to inspect strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries per company standards. This role includes accurate data entry, adherence to GMPs and GAPs, and communication of product quality to QA management and stakeholders.

The position requires 1–2 years in berry quality control, knowledge of food safety regulations, and the ability to work in cold environments with team collaboration and reliability. Some travel may be required.