Produce QA Inspector

Albertsons Companies•Methuen, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a high-impact role inside a fast-paced distribution environment. As a Produce QA Inspector, you’ll be the gatekeeper of product quality, ensuring everything that enters and moves through the DC meets strict freshness and compliance standards. This is a hands-on role for someone who’s detail-oriented, decisive, and comfortable working in a cold environment where quality matters and speed is critical. The position will be based in Methuen, MA.

Requirements

High School Diploma OR 1–2+ years of relevant hands-on experience, such as: USDA or third-party inspection, Grower/shipper operations, Produce or floral retail. Equivalent experience can substitute for education.
Ability to visually assess quality, color, and defects accurately
Strong numerical judgment (quickly estimating % defects, quality levels)
Experience with quality tools (penetrometer, refractometer, etc.)
Comfortable using: Microsoft Excel, Word, and basic systems, Digital cameras and reporting tools

Responsibilities

Inspect all incoming produce and floral shipments according to company quality standards and SOPs
Evaluate product samples to identify defects and determine overall quality levels
Assess: Size/count specifications, Packaging and pallet integrity, Pulp and trailer temperatures, Internal and external product condition
Conduct and document quality testing, including: Pressure testing, Refractometer (sugar/content) testing, Weight checks
Monitor on-hand inventory condition and proactively communicate quality concerns to Inventory teams
Partner with warehouse leadership to correct: Rotation issues, Handling problems, Slotting inefficiencies
Support banana ripening operations as needed
Ensure all findings are accurately recorded and communicated in a timely, professional manner

Benefits

Competitive wages paid weekly
Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
Associate discounts
Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay)
Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
Medical
Dental
401k
Vision
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Sick pay
PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off
Paid holidays
Bereavement pay
Retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility)
Quarterly bonus (if applicable)