Quality Control Inspector at Albertsons… · 4600 E…

Summary: Albertsons Companies is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S., seeking a Quality Control Inspector to ensure compliance with product specifications. The role involves inspecting produce and floral items, evaluating quality, and monitoring inventory conditions to maintain high standards. Responsibilities: - 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 Required Qualifications: - 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 Required Skills: Produce inspection, Floral inspection, USDA inspection experience, Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Plant Science, Food Science, Horticulture, Floriculture, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Penetrometer use, Refractometer use, Quality Control equipment, Digital camera use Benefits: Competitive wages paid weekly, Associate discounts, 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