Produce Inspector I

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At US Foods® we help our customers make it with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. We are passionate about demonstrating the same commitment to helping our employees make it through continued professional growth opportunities and broad career path potential. As a Territory Manager, you help developing and established customers leverage our various services, optimize their product usage and maximize their profits.

Why US Foods?

Our Customers' success goes far beyond great food. At US Foods, we work to exceed expectations and give our customers the competitive edge they need.At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and commitment to service.

At US Foods®, we are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work. If you join our team, we provide flexibility and options to fit every stage of your career.

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Medical, dental, and vision beginning day 1 are just the start! We also offer wellness programs, stock discounts, 4% 401K match, and more.

**Culture: **warehouse and transportation appreciation weeks, access to employee resource groups, opportunities to join cultural and professional employee groups, strong safety culture, nationwide transfer and promotion opportunities, and much more!

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**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **

• Ensure produce quality that is received from supplier, stored in the warehouse, and shipped to our customers meets the specifications set by US Foods

• Perform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within our coolers

• Make decision to reject or accept fresh produce at receiving and ensure appropriate processes are followed that are consistent with PACA laws when a rejection is necessary

Make decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet the specifications set by US Foods

• Work directly in conjunction with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns. Maintain records of inspections

• Collaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisions

• Communicate daily with the replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce. Make recommendations on dump and damage or repackaging

• Verify Purchase Order quantities and inspect quality for all inbound perishable loads

• Inspect all inbound trucks for signs of pest and rodents before unloading

• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce. Identify any issues to warehouse management

• Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report to warehouse manager and replenishment lead any violations

• Responsible for checking for proper rotation of all produce inventory and perform daily quality inspections for all fresh produce items in inventory

• Perform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slots

• Complete daily dump and damage report and give to warehouse supervisor or inventory control

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION

• No direct reports

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

• Interact with Replenishment Lead, Drivers, Selectors, Operations

External:

• Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory Bodies

QUALIFICATIONS

**Education/Training:**

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection preferred

**Related Experience/Requirements:**

• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant applications/hardware

• 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 of time

• Ability to work in red=frigerated invoroments (PPE provided)

• Team-player – flexible and willing to learn new things and adapt as the business evolves

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 based on experience

***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*

You should be proficient in:

• High School / GED

Salary info:

$21 - $25 / hr

Salary : $21 - $25