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Produce Inspector II-La Mirada, CA
Produce Inspector II-La Mirada, CA-March 2024
La Mirada
Mar 17, 2025
ABOUT US FOODS
US Foods is a leading food service distributor, partnering with approximately 250,000 restaurants and food service operators.
10,000+ employees
Food & Beverage, Information Technology
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About Produce Inspector II-La Mirada, CA

  ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

  Join Our Community of Food People!

  The Produce Inspector II performs daily inspections of all incoming deliveries and existing produce inventories to ensure product meets established quality specifications. The Inspector will make the decision to accept or reject produce based on processes consistent with PACA laws, driving customer satisfaction and minimizing returns.

  The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.  The expected compensation for this role is between $24.91 - $41.54/hour depending on experience.  This role is also eligible for overtime compensation. Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.  To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  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 necessaryMake 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.

  EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

  SUPERVISION

  No direct reportsRELATIONSHIPS

  Internal :

  Interact with Replenishment Lead, Drivers, Selectors, OperationsExternal:

  Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory BodiesQUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Training :

  High School Diploma or GED required

  Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection required

  Related Experience/Requirements:

  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

  Team-player – flexible and willing to learn new things and adapt as the business evolves

  The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $27 HR and $41.54 HR. Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

  EOE* Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*

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  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 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

  US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process. US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here (https://www.usfoods.com/content/dam/usf/pdf/Policies/HR/USF_CCPA_policy.pdf) .

  US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

  EEO is the Law poster is available here (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) .

  EEO is the Law poster supplement is available here (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf) .

  Pay Transparency policy statement is available here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) .

  US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 855-873-2468. You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information. A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

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