Quality Assurance Inspector - Muncie, IN

Colonial Group; Yorktown (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure produce quality in receiving per SAL standards and USDA guidelines. You will work with DC management, procurement, and retail teams in a fast-paced environment, inspecting loads, logging defects, and maintaining temperature controls.

Must complete SAL QAI training, possess strong communication and record-keeping skills, and be able to operate warehouse equipment in a warehouse setting, including extreme temperatures.

Qualifications

• 2 years of grocery handling experience with emphasis on produce.
• QAI training and certification completed.
• Ability to read and interpret SAL specifications and government regulations.
• Strong observation and record-keeping skills.
• Able to operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Proficient with e-mail and basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect inbound produce loads per SAL specs.
• Monitor sanitation and storage temperatures in produce area.
• Record defect percentages and communicate findings to procurement.
• Read thermometers and calibrate as needed.
• Identify color variations to judge product quality.
• Understand government regulations related to SAL.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Participate in QA training and certifications.
• Communicate daily with procurement and retail partners.

Skills

Communication

Produce handling

Inventory tracking

Regulations reading

Thermometer reading

Quality assurance

Record keeping

Observation

Education

High School Diploma

QAI certification

Tools

Thermometers

Warehouse equipment

Inventory systems

Job description

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday: 2:00AM Start

Purpose

Quality Assurance Inspectors (QAI) are responsible for ensuring quality produce is received in accordance to our company's standards and USDA guidelines. This position will work closely with the DC management, procurement & retail operations teams to make decisions that will build confidence in our quality assurance program. QAIs must be highly motivated for a fast paced, high pressure, work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect multiple inbound produce loads in accordance to Save A Lot (SAL) specifications
• Monitor sanitation & storage temperatures in produce area
• Compute percentages of defects as outlined in training and fill out daily reports and communicate findings to the corporate procurement department
• Utilize tools of the trade including the reading and calibration of thermometers
• Use QAI training and visual aids to distinguish color variations as it relates to the judgment of specific product quality
• Read and understand government regulations and the variations that pertain specifically to SAL
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with SAL SOP's
• Participate in continuing education in QA including certifications and web-based training
• Communicate daily with the procurement team in reference to SAL product specifications, condition of in-house products, aging of products and vendor managed inventories
• Communication with Retail Partners when appropriate

About You

• Must possess good communication skills and the ability to negotiate position and findings on inspections failing to meet SAL specifications as outlined in the QA Manual
• Must successfully complete SAL QAI training and certification
• 2 years of grocery handling experience with an emphasis on produce and/or retail experience
• Strong observation, record keeping and communications skills
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment
• Understanding of inventory tracking systems
• Proficient with e-mail
• Ability to read and understand government regulations
• Ability to compute percentages, use/read thermometers, count product and distinguish color variations as relates to the judgment of specific product quality and salability
• Skilled handling small tools such as knives, peelers, sizing rings, band cutters, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, twist, kneel, squat, turn, reach, pull, push, balance and lift objects up to 85 pounds, in a fast-paced environment for extended period of time
• Must be able to transport various objects weighing 20-85 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shift
• Must have the ability to stand, walk and move about for extended periods of time
• Must be able to stand and balance throughout the shift while operating industrial equipment
• Requires the ability to push, pull, grasp, twist and use sawing motions for extended periods of time
• Regularly works in warehouse environment with heat and cold, including freezers, coolers and refrigerators in temperatures as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit

Our Values

Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our workplace values.

• Simplicity (operate) - the drive to identify root cause and innovate to remove complexity in order to deliver the best outcome
• Heart (emotion) - the passion that drives you to get up every day and work hard to strive for excellence
• Performance Excellence (mindset) - clearly defining high expectations, driving ownership of key roles and responsibilities, executing with integrity and emphasis while creating a culture of accountability
• Respect (philosophy) - taking pride in being inclusive and treating everyone who comes through the doors with respect

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