Quality Control Inspector

California Giant Berry Farms•Florida City, FL

About The Position

The Quality Control Inspector works collaboratively with a team and independently across growing regions, with little or no supervision. The role inspects strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries according to California Giant’s standards and specifications. It includes recording inspection reports in quality-system platforms, communicating product-quality information to relevant teams, and assisting with additional QA work. The inspector follows applicable food-handling practices, maintains a clean and sanitary environment, works safely around moving forklifts and other heavy equipment, and looks for opportunities to support the organization’s sustainability goals. Work schedules are subject to harvesting schedules and seasonal needs. The position may involve 9–10-hour days, longer days, and up to six days per week during the season. The work can require standing for extended periods, repeatedly lifting 20–25 pounds to shoulder level, and working in cold environments as low as 32°F.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in berry quality control.
Knowledge of food safety regulations.
Analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Basic Excel skills.
Basic electronic skills for data entry and report generation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects such as shape, color, and softness.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including cold temperatures during berry processing and storage.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Ability to adapt to changes.
Ability to travel as needed.
Ability to stand for long periods while inspecting fruit.
Ability to continually lift 20–25 pounds to shoulder level onto pallets of fruit throughout the shift.
Ability to work in cold environments as low as 32°F, wear company-provided cold-weather gear, and maintain productivity and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Inspect and grade strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries according to company grading standards and specifications.
Accurately enter reports into quality-system platforms using computers or tablets.
Follow the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) when handling fresh berries.
Send email communications about product quality to QA management, growers, cooling operations, sourcing, and sales using an iPad.
Assist the QA team with assigned duties, including shelf-life studies, re-inspections, and lotting of product.
Receive unannounced customer visits.
Look for ways to improve sustainability practices in daily work and contribute to organizational sustainability goals.
Work safely in a fast-paced environment and recognize potential hazards around moving forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.