Produce Inspector II - US Foods

• Ensure produce quality that is received from supplier, stored in the warehouse, and shipped to our customers meets the specifications set by US Foods.
• Perform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within our coolers.
• Make decision to reject or accept fresh produce at receiving and ensure appropriate processes are followed that are consistent with PACA laws when a rejection is necessary.
• Make decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet the specifications set by US Foods.
• Work directly in conjunction with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns. Maintain records of inspections.
• Collaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisions.
• Communicate daily with the replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce. Make recommendations on dump and damage or repackaging.
• Verify Purchase Order quantities and inspect quality for all inbound perishable loads.
• Inspect all inbound trucks for signs of pest and rodents before unloading.
• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, storage, and shipping of fresh produce. Identify any issues to warehouse management.
• Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report to warehouse manager and replenishment lead any violations.
• Responsible for checking for proper rotation of all produce inventory and perform daily quality inspections for all fresh produce items in inventory.
• Perform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slots.
• Complete daily dump and damage report and give to warehouse supervisor or inventory control
• Other duties as assigned.

• No direct reports.

• Interact with Replenishment Lead, Drivers, Selectors, Operations.

• Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory Bodies.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection required.

• Working knowledge of USDA Specs, Grades and Standards Required.
• Working knowledge of PACA laws required.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant applications/hardware.
• Completion of US Foods Produce Inspector Course (within 60 days of hire).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.

US Foods® is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With nearly 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, we provide our customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions.