Inventory Control Associate

Job Details

Columbus - Columbus, OH

Full Time

$20.00 Hourly

1st Shift

Description

Quality and Inventory Control Associate – Entry Level

Location: Columbus, OH

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time, 1st Shift

Join Our Team at Premier ProduceOne!

We are a trusted food distributor serving restaurants, hospitals, schools, and more. We are proud to offer high-quality produce—and we need dependable people like you to help us do it right.

We're hiring an Entry-Level Quality and Inventory Control Associate (QCA). No experience? No problem—we will train you!

This is a full-time, permanent position with a strong team, paid training, and great benefits.

What You’ll Do:

Inspect fresh fruits and vegetables using simple guidelines

Check that all items meet quality standards

Take photos and write notes about bad or damaged products

Help track inventory and product movement

Find and report errors in product counts or locations

Help during monthly inventory counts

Keep work areas clean and organized

Follow FIFO (first in, first out) rules

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and experience, with full training provided where needed:

Integrity and strong personal accountability

Reliability and punctuality

Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment

Background in inventory control or quality control

General warehouse experience

Experience with investigative research and problem-solving

Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Proficiency in cycle counting and FIFO practices

Strong computer and communication skills (verbal and written)

Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence

A team-oriented mindset and desire to contribute to a shared goal

Background in produce is a plus, but not required

Skills operating a motorized pallet jack or stand up forklift are preferred, but not required

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive list of benefits. We will pay 100% for your short-term disability and Life Insurance. Medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, vacation, and paid time off are available after completing a 90-day probationary period.

If you’re ready to work with purpose, learn with integrity, and grow with a company that values tradition and dedication, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career with Premier ProduceOne.

Drug screening and background checks are performed on all candidates.

Premier ProduceOne is an equal-opportunity employer.

We are a federal contractor and comply with E-Verify.