Produce Quality Inspector II: Fresh Produce Expert

US Foods; Woodburn (OR); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Produce Inspector II to join our union workforce in Woodburn, OR. The role focuses on inspecting all incoming produce and inventory to ensure USDA and PACA standards are met; starting pay is $24.86/hour under the CBA with progression per the agreement.

The shift is early morning (Sunday-Thursday 4:30 am–1:00 pm). You will collaborate with warehouse teams, document inspections, and uphold food safety and quality across receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection.
• Working knowledge of USDA Specs, Grades and Standards.
• Working knowledge of PACA laws.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• 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.
• Team-player – flexible and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all incoming produce deliveries and inventory to ensure specifications.
• Decide to reject or accept produce and document actions per PACA laws.
• Maintain records of inspections and coordinate with warehouse management on safety concerns.
• Communicate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and repackaging decisions.
• Verify PO quantities and inspect quality for inbound perishable loads.
• Inspect inbound trucks for signs of pests before unloading.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs for receiving, storage, and shipping of produce.
• Pull outdated produce from slots and complete daily dump/damage reports.

Skills

Quality inspection

PACA laws

USDA specs

MS Office

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

US Foods Produce Inspector Course

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Produce Inspector II to join our union workforce in Woodburn, OR. The role focuses on inspecting all incoming produce and inventory to ensure USDA and PACA standards are met; starting pay is $24.86/hour under the CBA with progression per the agreement.

The shift is early morning (Sunday-Thursday 4:30 am–1:00 pm). You will collaborate with warehouse teams, document inspections, and uphold food safety and quality across receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce.