Seasonal Commodity Inspector- Ceres/Modesto/Gustine

DFA of California; Modesto, Gustine, Ceres (CA, CA, CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

DFA of California is seeking a Commodity Inspector in Modesto to inspect dried fruits and tree nuts for quality and defects according to USDA standards. The role emphasizes accurate defect detection and reliable documentation.

Responsibilities include reporting findings, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting the supervisor. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, and basic math skills. Start date is late August or early September.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills.
• Willingness to work with varied duties and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Inspect dried fruits and tree nuts for quality and defects such as mold, rancidity, or color.
• Maintain sanitation and hygienic standards in all work areas.
• Ensure accurate documentation and record keeping of inspections.
• Assist the commodity inspection supervisor as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The primary responsibilities of the Commodity Inspector will be to assist in the commodity inspection department to inspect various commodities to include dried fruit and tree nuts according to the USDA Standard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspecting various commodities: dried fruits or nuts.


• Will inspect commodities for quality and defects such as mold, rancidity and color.


• Responsible for sanitation in all areas to maintain a superior level of cleanliness.


• Performs all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.


• Communicates with all commodity inspection personnel to ensure quality and efficient service.


• Maintains customer satisfaction and appropriate confidentiality.


• Maintain a professional attitude and acceptable working relationship with coworkers, offering assistance when applicable.


• Responsible for accurate documentation and record keeping.


• Assists commodity inspection supervisor as needed.

Pay Rate: $17.00

Position is expected to start at the end of August or beginning of September

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Applicant will possess a high school diploma or GED.


• High attention to detail a must.


• Must be able to do simple math: addition, subtraction, percentage, and rounding.


• Open Availability

DFA of California complies with the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act and the ADA and will consider reasonable accommodation measures for eligible applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job.