Produce Inspector II

Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry?Here's how we help you make it!This position starts at $23.00/hrWeekly payAnnual raisesSCHEDULE:Sunday - Thursday5am startMedical, Dental Vision Benefits start day one!401K match, Discounted employee stock purchase plan.To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure produce quality that is received from supplier, stored in the warehouse, and shipped to our customers meets the specifications set by US FoodsPerform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within our coolersMake 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 necessaryMake decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet the specifications set by US FoodsWork directly in conjunction with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns. Maintain records of inspectionsCollaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisionsCommunicate daily with the replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce. Make recommendations on dump and damage or repackagingVerify Purchase Order quantities and inspect quality for all inbound perishable loadsInspect all inbound trucks for signs of pest and rodents before unloadingEnsure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce. Identify any issues to warehouse managementDocument temperatures of all inbound loads and report to warehouse manager and replenishment lead any violationsResponsible for checking for proper rotation of all produce inventory and perform daily quality inspections for all fresh produce items in inventoryPerform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slotsComplete daily dump and damage report and give to warehouse supervisor or inventory controlOther duties as assigned.***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***RELATIONSHIPSInternal :Interact with Replenishment Lead, Drivers, Selectors, OperationsExternal:Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory BodiesQUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training :High School Diploma or GED requiredMin 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection requiredRelated Experience/Requirements:Working knowledge of USDA Specs, Grades and Standards RequiredWorking knowledge of PACA laws requiredTechnical proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant applications/hardwareCompletion of US Foods Produce Inspector Course (within 60 days of hire)Ability to lift 50 lbsAbility to sit and stand for long periods of timeTeam-player flexible and willing to learn new things and adapt as the business evolvesCompensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $21 - $30 per hr.This role will also receive overtime compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.