Quality Control Inspector

• Locations 4600 E 45TH DR S, DENVER, CO, 80216, US

Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand‑in‑hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

• Inspect all produce and floral items upon arrival at the Distribution Center, per Standard Operating Procedures, to determine if they are in compliance with Safeway specifications.
• Evaluate random samples to determine percentage of defects.
• Determine size/count parameters, package and pallet integrity, pulp and trailer temperatures, overall appearance (internal and external) of product.
• When required, pressure tests, refractometer tests and weight tests are completed and documented.
• Current on‑hand inventory is monitored, and condition of inventory is communicated to the inventory team when quality dictates that action on their part is required.
• Monitor rotation in the warehouse and works with warehouse supervisors to correct any inventory, handling or slotting issues.
• Assist with Banana ripening as necessary.

• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience, in addition to education, in one or more of the following:
  Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Plant Science, Food Science, Horticulture, Floriculture.
• Experience as an inspector with the USDA, private produce inspection company, shipper and/or grower of produce or floral, or retail produce/floral experience. Experience can be substituted for education.
• Ability to determine colors and differentiate between them. Ability to quickly and accurately determine percentages.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
• Working knowledge of a penetrometer, refractometer and other Quality Control equipment.
• Ability to use a computer to enter and/or retrieve information.
• Ability to use a digital camera.
• Ability to communicate in concise, accurate, timely and professional manner for verbal and written work.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environment and workloads.
• Must be a team player capable of working alone or in teams and a good communicator.
• Must possess an acceptable level of endurance and strength as lifting (up to 75 lb.) may be required.
• Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35°F) environment.

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Health and financial well‑being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

[If applicable] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.

• Job Identification 708093
• Job Category Corporate
• Posting Date 05/07/2026, 12:00 PM
• Locations 4600 E 45TH DR S, DENVER, CO, 80216, US