Sprouts Farmers Market, an Arizona based company, is one of the nation's fastest growing retailers sprouting in Arizona, California, Texas and Colorado.  Currently we have 31 stores and adding many more next year.  Sprouts Farmers Market is opening a new warehouse in the Dallas, TX region and we are looking for a Quality Control Manager.  The Quality Control (QC) Manager plans, coordinates, and directs the quality control program for Sprouts Farmers Market distribution center based on company quality standards.  The QC Manager will develop, track and analyze data and trends to help ensure quality standards are being met.  The QC Manager formulates and maintains quality control objectives to help minimize costs and improve quality of Sprouts Farmers Market products.  more

BSS#8255 Food Safety Manager
Southern California
 

Large scale grower shipper importer distributor is seeking an experience Food Safety Manager for its distribution operations in Los Angeles, California.  Qualified candidate should have experience in both conventional and organic fruits and vegetables.  This critical position has the overall responsibility for the maintenance and continual refinement of the company’s Food Safety Program and Policies.  Implements procedures and upholds policies.  Responsible for the training and direction of the quality assurance/food safety staff.  Establishes the annual budget for the Food Safety Program.  Bachelors of Science degree in Food Science with an emphasis on microbiology and plant science is required.  Four years experience in Quality Assurance and Food Safety.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  more

#8231 Agricultural Commodity Grader
Bronx, NY
 

USDA, (United States Department of Agriculture) is currently seeking an Agricultural Commodity Grader.  Selects representative samples from the product lots in accordance with prescribed sampling procedures.  Inspects products to determine the quality, condition, and/or compliance with U.S. Grade Standards or stated contract specifications.  Typically, this requires considering such factors as: product size, shape, color, defects, and similar quality factors; product maturity, firmness, breakdown or decay, bruising, and similar condition factors; quantity, packaging, or similar conditions which are common in contract specifications.  Prepares inspection reports based on examination of product.  This is done through application of official grade standards or contract specifications.  more

#8228 Inspector/Quality Control Manager
Byron Center, MI
 

Walsma & Lyons is a family owned and operated business for over 50 years, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  It is recognized as a diversified leader in brokering, distributing and packaging fresh fruits and vegetables.  We are looking for a full-time quality control manager/produce inspector who is responsible, organized and can have a flexible schedule to assist in inspecting daily inbound and outbound shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables.  Candidates must have produce and quality control experience.  Job duties would include, but not be limited to, conducting and tracking daily inspection of shipments, overseeing the attention to quality with the repackaging crew, assisting in the company’s HACCP and GMP programs as well as representing the company with regard to quality assurance issues.  more

#8216 Quality Control
Yuma, AZ

 
Pure Pacific Organics (PPO), LLC a leading processor and shipper have current openings for Quality Control in their processing and cooling facility in Greenfield, CA.  This position travels to Yuma AZ.  Position is seasonal with opportunity to be year-around.  Applicants must be able to work in wet & cold environments and be able to lift up to 50lbs.  Be responsible for quality control inspections and reports in the facility.  Selects samples from each product and measure the color, freshness, size and count, general appearance and any other pertinent comments regarding quality.  Prepares quality and condition reports for the sales, operations and accounting departments.  Ensures that all produce meets specified quality standards.  The successful candidate will have strong organization and planning skills.  more