Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform quality audits according to the Mastronardi Produce Quality Audit Program using established acceptance criteria outlined in computerized audit check-sheets and Food Safety guidelines.
- Report any product quality issues immediately to the supervisor and/or quality team.
- Complete audit and non-conformance reports at the end of shift.
- Email any re-class information required and outback information to the appropriate distribution lists.
- Determine whether product meets criteria, which includes color, size, condition and weight of produce.
- Prepare audit reports and non-conformance reports using objective evidence collected.
- Conduct the required number of audits to meet the Receiving Department objectives set by the Receiving Inbound Manager.
- Report non-conformance findings to responsible department manager/supervisor.
- Actively support efforts to achieve and maintain SQF (Food Safety and Quality) certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years’ work experience in a quality control, auditing or inspection role. Work experience in produce industry is highly desired. Prior experience in a production/warehouse environment is preferred.
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills; with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel.
- Effective communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Must be a high-performance team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
- Must have ability to effectively follow-up and handle multiple projects with strong time management skills.
- Ability to work in our refrigerated warehouse, 50-degree controlled temperature zones.
- Position requires long periods of standing and walking, as well as use of step ladders to inspect stacked pallets of product.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodations.
Working Conditions:
- Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 50°F.
- The background noise approaches 70 dcbs.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodation
- Position requires sitting, standing, walking and bending, squatting, and crawling on a regular basis
We are pleased to offer the following Benefits:
- Paid weekly
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401K
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Employee Engagement & Recognition Programs
- Opportunities for growth and advancement