Quality Control Inspector - US

Pure-Flavor; Sunrise Estates 1 Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Flavor Farms LP in Edinburg, Texas, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to assess the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory, and shipped from the facility. The role ensures that products meet customer and regulatory standards and supports a refrigerated warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include inspecting loads, completing QC reports, assessing inventory quality, and ensuring packaging meets standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a vegetable/produce inspector or quality inspector is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP, health and safety, and food safety standards.
• Understanding of fresh fruit and vegetable regulations and labeling requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect all vegetable loads arriving at the facility and outbound shipments.
• Complete QC inspection reports for each arriving load, including distressed items.
• Evaluate inventory quality and condition and categorize appropriately.
• Place and release quarantined or on-hold product as needed.
• Perform outbound quality checks and review third‑party checks when applicable.
• Regularly inspect finished products and packaging for standards adherence.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post secondary education preferred

Job description

Pure Hothouse Foods LLC, 1302 S 28TH Ave, Edinburg, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Pure Flavor Farms LP is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers sharing a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Built on generations of expertise, we are the next generation of growers—strategically located throughout North America and inspired to put quality, flavor, and our retail and foodservice customers first.

With a dedicated, energetic, and highly skilled workforce, we truly believe our employees make the difference. We are proud to offer a progressive, vibrant organization where you can advance your career, master your skills, and grow alongside us.

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.

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 categorized according to its quality and condition
• Place and release quarantine/on-hold product
• Conduct outgoing quality checks and/or review the checks conducted by the shippers
• Regularly inspect finished products 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
• Other core expectations as defined by the company

Qualifications:

• 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
• 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
• Steel-toed shoes are required
• 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.

Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.

Pure Hothouse Foods LLC, 1302 S 28TH Ave, Edinburg, Texas, United States of America