PurposeQuality Assurance Inspectors (QAI) are responsible for ensuring quality produce is received in accordance to our company’s standards and USDA guidelines. This position will work closely with the DC management, procurement & retail operations teams to make decisions that will build confidence in our quality assurance program. QAIs must be highly motivated for a fast paced, high pressure, work environment. SHIFT: 2:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M (M, TU, TH, F) ResponsibilitiesInspect multiple inbound produce loads in accordance to Save A Lot (SAL) specificationsMonitor produce daily, re-inspect and determine whether product continues to meet SAL specifications, and rotate product per FIFO Monitor sanitation & storage temperatures in produce areaCompute percentages of defects as outlined in training and fill out daily reports and communicate findings to the corporate procurement departmentUtilize tools of the trade including the reading and calibration of thermometersUse QAI training and visual aids to distinguish color variations as it relates to the judgment of specific product qualityRead and understand government regulations and the variations that pertain specifically to SALOperate warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with SAL SOP’sParticipate in continuing education in QA including certifications and web-based trainingCommunicate daily with the procurement team in reference to SAL product specifications, condition of in-house products, aging of products and vendor managed inventoriesCommunication with Retail Partners when appropriateAbout YouHigh School Diploma or EquivalentMust possess good communication skills and the ability to negotiate position and findings on inspections failing to meet SAL specifications as outlined in the QA ManualMust successfully complete SAL QAI training and certification2 years of grocery handling experience with an emphasis on produce and/or retail experienceStrong observation, record keeping and communications skillsAbility to safely operate warehouse equipmentUnderstanding of inventory tracking systemsProficient with e-mailAbility to read and understand government regulationsAbility to compute percentages, use/read thermometers, count product and distinguish color variations as relates to the judgment of specific product quality and salability Skilled handling small tools such as knives, peelers, sizing rings, band cutters, etc. Physical RequirementsMust be able to bend, twist, kneel, squat, turn, reach, pull, push, balance and lift objects up to 85 pounds, in a fast-paced environment for extended period of timeMust be able to transport various objects weighing 20-85 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shiftMust have the ability to stand, walk and move about for extended periods of timeMust be able to stand and balance throughout the shift while operating industrial equipmentRequires the ability to push, pull, grasp, twist and use sawing motions for extended periods of timeRequired to pass physical capacity test at 100% Regularly works in warehouse environment with heat and cold, including freezers, coolers, and refrigerators in temperatures as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit