Quality Assurance Produce Inspector
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Job overview
Sysco is hiring a Quality Assurance Produce Inspector. Sysco seeks a Finance‑focused Quality Assurance Produce Inspector to monitor perishable product quality in the warehouse, perform data‑entry order processing, provide extensive customer service, and exercise independent judgment in product quality control activities.
Key focus areas include Check product in slots daily to ensure shipping standards are met, Communicate quality issues with buyers and assist in resolution, and Ensure proper product rotation and notify stockers or supervisors of problems.
Important skills include Routine Report Writing, Correspondence Writing, Effective Speaking, Listening Skills, Arithmetic, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Data Entry, Customer Service, Product Quality Control, and Quality Issues Resolution.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
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Full job description
Company:
US0332 Sysco Western Minnesota, Inc.
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
56304
Travel Percentage:
0
Compensation Range:
$17.36 - $26.01
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday either 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM or 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
JOB SUMMARY
This is a Finance position responsible for monitoring the quality of perishable products in the warehouse on an ongoing basis, inputting orders through data entry while performing extensive customer service duties, and performing other related duties as required. Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in performing duties directly related to the general operation of product quality control.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Check product in slots daily to make certain product that is set up for shipping is up to acceptable standards.
- Communicate with buyers all quality issues and assists them in resolving them to ensure the customer receives the highest quality products possible.
- Ensure products are being rotated properly during daily slot checking, and communicate any problems with rotation to the stockers and/or supervisors responsible.
- Monitor variance reports for accurate accounting of spoilage, warehouse damage, truck damage, etc.
- Greet all internal and external customers in a friendly and efficient manner to ensure that proper customer service is maintained and customer satisfaction and organizational efficiency are enhanced.
- Inspect inbound freight, warehoused product, and/or outbound product and document product condition.
- Convey regularly with necessary parties on the company's status on product quality.
- Analyze, identify, and propose action to the solution of problems associated with Quality Assurance.
- Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience
- 1 to 3 years of experience.
Professional Skills
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of an organization.
- Must have exemplary listening skills to facilitate effective two- way communication.
- Can add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
- Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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