Produce Inspector, Distribution Center Overnight Shift

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Financial wellness

Health & wellness programs

Team member perks

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. in Cheshire, CT is seeking an Overnight Produce Inspector. This full‑time role runs 2:00 AM to 12:00 PM with a flexible schedule that includes weekends. Compensation starts at $25.73 per hour and increases with produce inspection experience.

Responsibilities include inspecting product quality, assisting in unloading and put-away, and ensuring accurate product labeling and reporting to vendors. Eligible for Whole Benefits as described in the policy.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write routine reports and correspondence in English.
• Basic computer skills including MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Excel.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Inspect inbound product and slotted items for quality and condition.
• Assist in unloading, receiving, and preparation for put away as needed.
• Inspect and grade agricultural commodities for value and yield.
• Verify manufacturer number, season code, PLU/UPC numbers.
• Attend team and facility meetings.
• Participate in yearly physical inventory.

Job description

** This is an overnight shift, 2:00 AM - 12:00 PM, flexible schedule which includes weekends. $25.73/hour +, based on produce inspection experience Inspect all products for grade, condition and quality. Monitors produce section of warehouse for cleanliness and temperature.

Responsibilities

• Inspect both inbound product and slotted items for quality and condition.
• Assist in unloading, receiving, and preparation for put away, as needed.
• Inspect and grade or appraise agricultural commodities offered for sale to determine value and yield.
• Verify information such as the manufacturer number, season code, PLU/UPC number.
• Attend Team and Facility meetings.
• Participate in yearly physical inventory or as needed.
• Able to read and download TempTales for proper reporting to vendors.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to all buyers and WFP office
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Basic computer skills, including MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Excel
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Effective oral and written communication, must read, write and speak English
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position
• Ability to work well with others
• Accurate and self-motivated
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the Distribution Center, including nights, weekends and holidays as required

Desired Work Experiences

• Related experience (1-2 years)
• Warehouse experience preferred

The wage range for this position is $25.73-$41.65 Hourly, commensurate with experience.

Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including:

• eligibility for a store discount
• paid time off
• financial wellness
• health & wellness support programs
• access to other Team Member perks

Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal).

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At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.