Produce Inspector, Distribution Center, Overnight Sift

Whole Foods Market; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Maryland seeks an IF role to inspect products for grade, condition, and quality. The position involves monitoring the produce section and assisting in unloading and putting away inbound goods in a flexible night shift.

The ideal candidate has experience in produce inspection, basic computer skills, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Competitive hourly wage applies with Whole Benefits for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Proficient in writing routine reports and correspondence to buyers and WFP office.
• Strong math and measurement unit proficiency.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Fluent in English; good communication.
• Able to read and download TempTales for reporting to vendors.
• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Report writing

Basic computer skills

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Excel

English proficiency

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Tools

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Job description

This shift is 11:00 PM - 8:00 AM, flexible schedule including weekends. $23.10/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 $23.10-$39.60 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, and 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).

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.

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