
Posted 9 days ago
Quality Control Inspector (Night Shift)
AI Summary
Inspects and accepts incoming and outbound fresh produce at a distribution center, monitors freshness and ripening, and prepares quality reports for the produce purchasing team. Works night and weekend shifts in a warehouse setting.
About this role
Additional Considerations (if any):
Night & Weekend Shifts Required-
At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Quality Control Inspector
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Function
Receives, inspects, and accepts only the highest quality produce. Monitors product on hand and ensures freshness is maintained. Prepares reports and communicates with produce purchasing department.
Core Competencies:
- Partnerships
- Growth mindset
- Results oriented
- Customer focused
- Professionalism
Reporting Relations
Accountable and Reports to: Group Vice President, Produce & Floral; Assistant Vice President, Produce Purchasing; Group Vice President, Perishable & Transportation; Warehouse Manager Perishable
Positions that Report to you: None
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitors merchandise on hand and ensures freshness is maintained.
- Controls the ripening of fruit and vegetables.
- Inspects quality of all outbound fruits and vegetables.
- Inspects inbound perishable product.
- Prepares reports on soft fruit, bananas, and aged inventory.
- Works with receivers to ensure quality of merchandise.
- Reports to work when scheduled and works expected number of hours.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs special inspections when requested by buyers.
- Assists in training of warehouse employees in quality control.
- Adjusts computer inventory of on hand balance when necessary.
- Monitors aged inventory reports.
- Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics
- Logical or scientific thinking to solve problems; several abstract and concrete variables.
- Must be able to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
- Must be able to compose original correspondence; follow technical manuals and have increased contact with people.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required. 1 – 3 years of similar or related work experience required; previous experience in fresh produce helpful; Retail experience preferred
Supervisor Responsibilities
None
Physical Requirements
- Must be physically able to perform heavy work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Visual requirements include clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and up to 20 feet, with or without correction and field of vision.
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: climbing, stooping, pulling, crawling, reaching, standing, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Working Conditions
The duties for this position are normally conducted in a warehouse environment. There is constant pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a day. There is possible exposure to dirt, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, and equipment movement hazards.
Equipment Used to Perform Job
Telephone, computers, push cart with ladder, thermometer, knife, calculator, and warehouse equipment
Financial Responsibility
Judgment on products received could cost us up to $50,000
Contacts
Occasional contact with store personnel, suppliers/vendors, and warehouse personnel
Confidentiality
Has access to confidential information including knowledge of advertisements, credits, and merchandise costs
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.
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