Produce Quality Inspector – Fast-Paced, Detail-Driven

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & food service customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary

The Quality Control Inspector (QC) is responsible for assessing and reporting on the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory and shipped from the facility. Ensure that
all products shipped meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure all loads of vegetables arriving at the facility are visually inspected;
Perform outbound inspections on shipments.

• Complete QC Inspection Reports for each arriving load, including distressed loads, or any load we deem necessary.

• Ensure all inventory is assessed and is categorized according to its quality and condition.

• Communicate with Commodities Department to decide disposition then place and release quarantine/on-hold product.

• Conduct outgoing quality checks and/or review the checks conducted by the shippers.

• Regularly inspect finished product and packaging for adherence to standards, when requested or applicable.

• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information, as well as other company data, including personnel information.

Requirements and Skills

• Secondary School Education or equivalent required;
Post secondary education, preferred.

• Minimum (1) year experience as a Vegetable Inspector or Quality Inspector in produce or related industry, preferred.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, and Food Safety.

• Basic understanding of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable regulations, plus Consumer Packaging & Labeling requirements and standards.

• Computer skills (essential).

• Proven ability to demonstrate good time management skills.

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Working conditions

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required

• This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.

• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; use hands to handle or feel product or packaging; and reach with hands and arms. The
position involves walking and lifting, regularly, up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds. Visual requirements.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor Farms is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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