The Livonia Distribution Center, a 400,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7; is currently seeking a Inbound Receiver to join our team. In this role you will provide exceptional customer support through ensuring the accuracy of inventory movement and warehousing. Accuracy in both receiving and inventory are paramount. Inspection includes product traceability labeling as well as organic labeling compliance and the quality of the product.

Full time Opening: First Shift

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform quality audits according to the Mastronardi Produce Quality Audit Program using established acceptance criteria outlined in computerized audit check-sheets and Food Safety guidelines.
• Report any product quality issues immediately to the supervisor and/or quality team.
• Complete audit and non-conformance reports at the end of shift.
• Email any re-class information required and outback information to the appropriate distribution lists.
• Determine whether product meets criteria, which includes color, size, condition and weight of produce.
• Prepare audit reports and non-conformance reports using objective evidence collected.
• Conduct the required number of audits to meet the Receiving Department objectives set by the Receiving Inbound Manager.
• Report non-conformance findings to responsible department manager/supervisor.
• Actively support efforts to achieve and maintain SQF (Food Safety and Quality) certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience in a quality control, auditing or inspection role. Work experience in produce industry is highly desired. Prior experience in a production/warehouse environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills; with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be a high-performance team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Must have ability to effectively follow-up and handle multiple projects with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work in our refrigerated warehouse, 50-degree controlled temperature zones.
• Position requires long periods of standing and walking, as well as use of step ladders to inspect stacked pallets of product.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodations.

Working Conditions:

• Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 50°F.
• The background noise approaches 70 dcbs.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodation
• Position requires sitting, standing, walking and bending, squatting, and crawling on a regular basis

We are pleased to offer the following Benefits:

• Paid weekly
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee Engagement & Recognition Programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put in place.

Experience

• 1 - 2 years: Quality Inspection