3rd Shift QA Inspector - Winchester. KY

3rd Shift:  2am - 10:30am, Sunday - Thursday

Purpose

Quality Assurance Inspectors (QAI) are responsible for ensuring quality produce is received in accordance to our company’s standards and USDA guidelines. This position will work closely with the DC management, procurement & retail operations teams to make decisions that will build confidence in our quality assurance program. QAIs must be highly motivated for a fast paced, high pressure, work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect multiple inbound produce loads in accordance to Save A Lot (SAL) specifications
• Monitor produce daily, re-inspect and determine whether product continues to meet SAL specifications, and rotate product per FIFO 
• Monitor sanitation & storage temperatures in produce area
• Compute percentages of defects as outlined in training and fill out daily reports and communicate findings to the corporate procurement department
• Utilize tools of the trade including the reading and calibration of thermometers
• Use QAI training and visual aids to distinguish color variations as it relates to the judgment of specific product quality
• Read and understand government regulations and the variations that pertain specifically to SAL
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with SAL SOP’s
• Participate in continuing education in QA including certifications and web-based training
• Communicate daily with the procurement team in reference to SAL product specifications, condition of in-house products, aging of products and vendor managed inventories
• Communication with Retail Partners when appropriate

About You

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must possess good communication skills and the ability to negotiate position and findings on inspections failing to meet SAL specifications as outlined in the QA Manual
• Must successfully complete SAL QAI training and certification
• 2 years of grocery handling experience with an emphasis on produce and/or retail experience
• Strong observation, record keeping and communications skills
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment
• Understanding of inventory tracking systems
• Proficient with e-mail
• Ability to read and understand government regulations
• Ability to compute percentages, use/read thermometers, count product and distinguish color variations as relates to the judgment of specific product quality and salability
• Skilled handling small tools such as knives, peelers, sizing rings, band cutters, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, twist, kneel, squat, turn, reach, pull, push, balance and lift objects up to 85 pounds, in a fast-paced environment for extended period of time
• Must be able to transport various objects weighing 20-85 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shift
• Must have the ability to stand, walk and move about for extended periods of time
• Must be able to stand and balance throughout the shift while operating industrial equipment
• Requires the ability to push, pull, grasp, twist and use sawing motions for extended periods of time
• Required to pass physical capacity test at 100% 
• Regularly works in warehouse environment with heat and cold, including freezers, coolers, and refrigerators in temperatures as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit