Produce Inspector II at US Foods

Bensenville, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Distribution, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Min 2 years experience in produce or other perishable receiving and inspection required
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

Responsibilities

Perform daily inspections of all incoming fresh produce deliveries and the inspection of all fresh produce in inventory within coolers
Make decision to reject or accept fresh produce at receiving and ensure appropriate processes are followed consistent with PACA laws when a rejection is necessary
Make decision to withdraw produce from inventory that does not meet US Foods specifications
Work directly with warehouse management to identify and address food safety concerns and maintain records of inspections
Collaborate with replenishment lead on dumps, damages and produce re-work decisions
Communicate daily with replenishment lead and warehouse manager on all issues related to fresh produce and make recommendations on dump, 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 and identify issues to warehouse management
Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report violations to warehouse manager and replenishment lead
Check 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Perform daily date checks and pull all outdated fresh produce from pick and reserve slots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

Skills

produce inspection

PACA laws

food safety

quality control

inventory management

warehouse operations

temperature documentation

purchase order verification

pest inspection

SOP compliance

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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