What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Inspector position at Garland LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Inspector to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring that garlic, onion, and ginger products consistently meet internal quality standards as well as the requirements of major retail partners such as Walmart, Costco, and other key customers. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining product integrity, food safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the production process.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of incoming and outgoing garlic, onion, and ginger products to verify compliance with quality specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform sensory evaluations, visual inspections, and physical assessments to evaluate freshness, appearance, texture, and overall product quality.
- Monitor and record product temperatures, storage conditions, and handling practices to prevent quality deterioration and ensure food safety compliance.
- Perform in-line quality checks during production to ensure products meet specifications at every stage of processing and packaging.
- Collaborate with production, packaging, and logistics teams to identify quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
- Conduct audits of production processes, equipment, and facilities to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain accurate, organized, and detailed records of inspections, test results, deviations, corrective actions, and compliance documentation.
- Communicate quality concerns, inspection findings, and recommendations clearly and professionally to management, suppliers, and retail partners.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in produce quality assurance and food safety.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in quality assurance or food safety inspection, preferably in the produce industry.
- Knowledge of quality standards, grading criteria, and regulatory requirements for garlic, onion, and ginger products.
- Familiarity with retailer-specific quality and packaging requirements, especially for Walmart, Costco, and major retail chains.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, SQF, BRC) is a plus.
- Bilingual English - Spanish
Salary : $20 - $55,000