QC Inspector - Dock

Job Description

Position Title: Dock Inspector – Santa Maria

Employment Status: Seasonal/Non-Exempt

Department: Inspectors

Position Reports To: Quality Manager

Summary Description

The California Giant Quality Control Inspector position requires self-reliance and the ability to work in Santa Maria with little to no supervision. This position will conduct inspections at different cooler locations when needed within Santa Maria checking fruit quality, identifying defects and determining if it meets the California Giant Standards. This position will work with the quality manager to determine the condition of the fruit so that it can be allocated to the right destination while continuing to drive a quality focused culture with external and internal teams.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

Inspect fruit to make sure it meets California Giant Specifications

Document thoroughly the inspection results within the company’s system

Communicate fruit quality to quality manager, production team and ranch/crew boss as needed or requested

Assist the quality manager in other duties assigned such as but not limited to shelf-life studies, re-inspections and lotting of product

Follow company’s Standard Operating Procedures for Inspections of Strawberry, Blueberry, Blackberry, and Raspberry

Follow the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) for the handling of fresh berries

Regular attendance is required Qualifications

Previous experience in quality control preferred

The ability to work without direct supervision

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to communicate in English and Spanish preferred

Ability to input inspection data into company’s software using a tablet

Adaptability – Ability to adjust to changes within the process without too much stress

Physical Requirements

This position must be able to stand for long periods of time inspecting fruit

Must be able to lift 20-25 lbs up onto pallets of fruit at shoulder level on a continual basis throughout the shift.

This position is subject to harvesting schedules and could work as much as 9-10 hour days. Some days could be longer

This position may work up to 6 days a week during the season depending on the harvesting schedule.