2601 QC Outside Quality Inspector

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, INC.•Mt Olive, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Evaluates and tests fresh and brined stock to assure adherence to standards and specifications. Assists with tallying of fresh cucumbers that are tanked. This role involves inspecting trucks and trailers, visually inspecting stock, obtaining and testing samples of cucumbers and brined stock, documenting results, and entering data into an electronic database. The position also requires maintaining a clean work area and following safety rules and company policies. Occasional assistance to other Outside Production employees or assignment to the Cutting Department may be required.

Requirements

High school graduate plus additional training needed.
Ability to read, write and speak English required.
Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions needed for job tasks.
Neat handwriting preferred for completing forms by hand.
Basic computer knowledge is essential.
Reliable transportation and ability to drive up to 5 miles per day during work hours to offsite unloading facilities.

Responsibilities

Inspect trucks and trailers for cleanliness upon unloading and loading.
Visually inspects every container of stock as it is unloaded off the truck or trailer.
Obtains samples of cucumbers and other raw materials upon arrival at the plant. Visually and manually observes sizing, firmness, and quality of stock.
Obtains samples of brined stock from barrels or other containers and performs various test including acidity, % salt or salometer, pH, sizing and other tests.
Obtains samples from Outside Production (OP) grading and washing operations to determine adherence to standards regarding size and quality.
Ensures all required samples have been obtained and analyzed.
Documents results of all sampling and testing on proper forms. Reports deviations to Supervisor in department 2600.
Records information for the tanking of individual tanks of fresh cucumbers.
Records information related to the tanking and storage of cucumbers and files the information in the appropriate locations.
Evaluates stock brined during the year for sizing and quality issues as an aid in determining best use of stock. Also evaluates purchased brine stock to be sold for quality to help determine disposition. Informs supervisors and others of deviations from specifications.
Entering data for all incoming inspections into the electronic database in a timely manner, as needed.
Keeps work area clean and neat.
Follows safety rules and company policies.
May occasionally assist other Outside Production employees or be assigned to work in Cutting Department.
Receives written and verbal instructions on the above job tasks and performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.