Produce Inspector II

US Foods; Manassas, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is hiring a Produce Inspector II in Manassas, VA. The role inspects incoming produce and inventory to meet quality specs and PACA compliance, working closely with warehouse teams.

Starting rate is $27.75/hr with potential overtime and bonus opportunities. Requires 2+ years in perishable inspection, PACA knowledge, and ability to lift 50 lbs. Training provided within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection.
• Knowledge of PACA laws required.
• Completion of US Foods Produce Inspector Course within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Team-player – flexible and willing to learn new things and adapt as the business evolves.

Responsibilities

• Ensure produce quality that is received from supplier, stored in the warehouse, and shipped to our customers meets the specifications set by US Foods.
• Perform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within our coolers.
• Make decision to reject or accept fresh produce at receiving and ensure appropriate processes are followed that are consistent with PACA laws when a rejection is necessary.
• Make decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet the specifications set by US Foods.
• Work directly in conjunction with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns.
• Maintain records of inspections.
• Collaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisions.
• Communicate daily with the replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce.
• Make recommendations on dump and damage or repackaging.
• Verify Purchase Order quantities and inspect quality for all inbound perishable loads.
• Inspect all inbound trucks for signs of pest and rodents before unloading.
• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce.
• Identify any issues to warehouse management.
• Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report to warehouse manager and replenishment lead any violations.
• Responsible for checking proper rotation of all produce inventory and perform daily quality inspections for all fresh produce items in inventory.
• Perform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slots.
• Complete daily dump and damage report and give to warehouse supervisor or inventory control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team-player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

Must be comfortable working in cold temperature zones.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 3pm - 11pm.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision Day 1! Starting Rate: $27.75/hr.

The Produce Inspector II performs daily inspections of all incoming deliveries and existing produce inventories to ensure product meets established quality specifications. The Inspector will make the decision to accept or reject produce based on processes consistent with PACA laws, driving customer satisfaction and minimizing returns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure produce quality that is received from supplier, stored in the warehouse, and shipped to our customers meets the specifications set by US Foods
• Perform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within our coolers
• Make decision to reject or accept fresh produce at receiving and ensure appropriate processes are followed that are consistent with PACA laws when a rejection is necessary
• Make decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet the specifications set by US Foods
• Work directly in conjunction with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns.
• Maintain records of inspections
• Collaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisions
• Communicate daily with the replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce.
• Make recommendations on dump and damage or repackaging
• Verify Purchase Order quantities and inspect quality for all inbound perishable loads
• Inspect all inbound trucks for signs of pest and rodents before unloading
• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce.
• Identify any issues to warehouse management
• Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report to warehouse manager and replenishment lead any violations
• Responsible for checking proper rotation of all produce inventory and perform daily quality inspections for all fresh produce items in inventory
• Perform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slots
• Complete daily dump and damage report and give to warehouse supervisor or inventory control
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED required
• Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection required
• Related Experience/Requirements: Working knowledge of USDA Specs, Grades and Standards Required
• Working knowledge of PACA laws required
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant applications/hardware
• Completion of US Foods Produce Inspector Course (within 60 days of hire)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Team-player – flexible and willing to learn new things and adapt as the business evolves
• This role may also receive overtime compensation, annual incentive plan bonus.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health insurance
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance

The expected base rate for this role is between $27 - $41.

This role may also receive overtime compensation, annual incentive plan bonus.

SUPERVISION No direct reports

RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Interact with Replenishment Lead, Drivers, Selectors, Operations External: Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory Bodies

US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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