What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control position at EXP Group LLC?
About EXP Group
We are a multinational group of specialized companies working together to bring high-quality tropical fruits and vegetables from Central and South America to the U.S. East Coast. With over 40 years of experience, we’ve built a trusted network that spans farms, packing facilities, and warehouses. Our success is rooted in strong partnerships, a commitment to quality and food safety, and a shared dedication to doing things the right way. Above all, we take pride in our people, collaboration, and the standards of excellence that guide everything we do.
Inspect product quality upon receiving, verifying condition, maturity, color, size, firmness, defects, decay, and temperature.- Ensure products meet customer and supplier specifications.
- Monitor storage conditions, including temperature, humidity, and FIFO rotation.
- Inspect product during processing operations (repack, sorting, and packing) to maintain quality standards.
- Approve or reject product that does not meet quality requirements.
- Document quality findings, shrink, rejections, and rework.
- Report quality issues and deviations to supervisors, purchasing, or operations teams.
- Verify compliance with Good Handling Practices (GHP) and employee hygiene standards.
- Support internal and external audits (FDA, USDA, Primus, etc.).
- Ensure product is in optimal condition prior to shipping and distribution.
Daily Activities:
- Visual and physical inspection of fruits and vegetables.
- Use of thermometers, quality checklists, and inspection forms.
- Review of pallets, cartons, labeling, and product condition.
- Constant communication with warehouse, production, and supervisory staff.
- Follow-up on held or rejected product.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong knowledge of fresh produce (ripeness, shelf life, and common defects).
- Understanding of food safety and quality standards.
- Strong attention to detail and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and in cold environments.
- Good documentation and reporting skills.
- Teamwork and effective communication.
Salary : $39,000 - $66,801