Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Inspector (QC) is responsible for assessing and reporting on the quality of all vegetables received, in inventory and shipped from the facility. Ensure that all products shipped meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all loads of vegetables arriving at the facility are visually inspected; Perform outbound inspections on shipments
• Complete QC Inspection Reports for each arriving load, including distressed loads, or any load we deem necessary
• Ensure all inventory is assessed and is categorized according to its quality and condition
• Place and release quarantine/on-hold product
• Conduct outgoing quality checks and/or review the checks conducted by the shippers
• Regularly inspect finished product and packaging for adherence to standards, when requested or applicable
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information, as well as other company data, including personnel information.

Qualifications:

• Secondary school education or equivalent required; post secondary education, preferred
• Minimum (1) year experience as a Vegetable Inspector or Quality Inspector in produce or related industry, preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, and Food Safety
• Basic understanding of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable regulations, plus Consumer Packaging & Labeling requirements and standards
• Computer skills (essential)
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Other core expectations as defined by the company

Work Environment:

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required
• This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; use hands to handle or feel product or packaging; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves walking and lifting, regularly, up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds. Visual requirements.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor Farms is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility