Quality Control Inspector - US

Pure-Flavor; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure-Flavor seeks a Quality Control Inspector to assess vegetables on arrival, in inventory, and pre-shipment, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory standards.

You'll inspect loads, complete QC reports, categorize inventory by quality, coordinate with the Commodities Department on disposition, and monitor packaging for compliance. This on-site role in a refrigerated facility requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Vegetable Inspector or Quality Inspector.
• Knowledge of GMP, Health & Safety and Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect arriving loads and outbound shipments.
• Complete QC inspection reports for each load, including distressed ones.
• Categorize inventory by quality and condition.
• Communicate disposition decisions with the Commodities Department.
• Conduct outgoing quality checks and review shipper checks.
• Inspect finished product and packaging for standards when required.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Fast-paced work experience

Teamwork

Education

Secondary School Education

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Job Summary

The Quality Control Inspector (QC) is responsible for assessing and reporting on the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory and shipped from the facility. Ensure that all products shipped meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure all loads of vegetables arriving at the facility are visually inspected; Perform outbound inspections on shipments.
• Complete QC Inspection Reports for each arriving load, including distressed loads, or any load we deem necessary.
• Ensure all inventory is assessed and is categorized according to its quality and condition.
• Communicate with Commodities Department to decide disposition then place and release quarantine/on-hold product.
• Conduct outgoing quality checks and/or review the checks conducted by the shippers.
• Regularly inspect finished product and packaging for adherence to standards, when requested or applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information, as well as other company data, including personnel information.

Requirements and Skills

• Secondary School Education or equivalent required; Post secondary education, preferred.
• Minimum (1) year experience as a Vegetable Inspector or Quality Inspector in produce or related industry, preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, and Food Safety.
• Basic understanding of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable regulations, plus Consumer Packaging & Labeling requirements and standards.
• Computer skills (essential).
• Proven ability to demonstrate good time management skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Working conditions

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required
• This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; use hands to handle or feel product or packaging; and reach with hands and arms. The
• position involves walking and lifting, regularly, up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds. Visual requirements.