QC Specialist

Company Description

Fresh Advancements is an importer and wholesaler of fresh produce at the Ontario Food Terminal. Our product line includes conventional and organic produce, including, celery, citrus, apples, cherries and assorted berries. Fresh Advancements' customers enjoy access to major growers from across North America.

Job brief

The Produce Inspector is accountable for ensuring that all inbound and outbound produce meets quality standards. The Inspector works with various areas (Produce Business Unit, Supply Chain, Distribution and Operations) to aid in the integration and adherence of policies and processes with respect to Quality thereby ensuring compliance to all statutory and company requirements.

The job holder is required to work the night shift, Sunday to Thursday from 5:00pm to 1:00am at the following location: 2501 Stanfield Rd, Mississauga ON.

Responsibilities

• Assure the quality of produce entering the warehouse and advise if the product should be accepted or rejected
• Verify that all inbound product consistently meets our specifications for quality (size, weight, Brix, colour etc) by measurement of key metrics and adherence to sampling and testing programs
• Ensure adherence and compliance with established Quality Assurance programs and policies thereby ensuring that all produce meets the highest standards of quality
• Complete daily/ongoing QA auditing of the product (slot checks, inter-branch and distribution checks)
• Investigate and document all quality inspection findings with appropriate forms and systems (rejection reports, slot check, QA reports etc) on a daily/ongoing basis
• Continuous communication with QA Manager and Quality Assurance Team
• Understanding of CFIA produce inspection standards and interaction with the CFIA on matters relating to inspections and detentions
• Contribute as a key member of the Quality team to strategic decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work with HACCAP related requirements
• Conduct any general duties, specific projects and responsibilities as assigned or required in a timely and professional manner

Terms

• Job Type: Permanent Full-time
• Probationary Period: 3-months or 480 hours, whichever longer
• Work Location: 2501 Stanfield Rd, Mississauga ON, L4Y 1R6.
• Shift Requirement: Night Shift, Sunday to Thursday from 5:00pm to 1:00am (this time frame is not set in stone)
• Compensation: TBD depending on experience level
• Benefits: Group Benefits entitlement upon completion of probation time

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a cold environment
• 2-4 years experience in a Produce Inspector function within the produce industry is preferred (Procurement, Retail, or Distribution)
• Thorough knowledge of fresh produce and related items in regard to grades, sizes, colour including knowledge of CFIA/USDA standards for fresh fruits and vegetables
• Thorough knowledge of fresh produce and related items in regard to grades, sizes, colour including knowledge of CFIA/USDA standards for fresh fruits and vegetables
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of produce inspection techniques
• Ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively inter-departmentally and at various levels throughout the organization
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, refrigerated warehouse environment
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with multiple staff of varying personalities.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical and organized
• Computer experience in Microsoft Windows & Excel
• Raise the bar regarding company QA standards and exceptions and embrace a continuous improvement philosophy
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
• Valid Driver’s License

Fresh Advancement provides reasonable accommodations at any stage in our hiring process. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in completing your application, please contact our Human Resources Department by submitting this application.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.