Quality Assurance Associate at Sysco

San Tan Valley, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Distribution, Wholesale, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

High School diploma or GED (preferred)
Minimum of two (2) years related experience (knowledge of produce industry preferred)
Ability to operate warehouse power equipment
Ability to interact with others in a professional manner
Good verbal and written communication skills
General understanding of the shipping procedures of a high-volume warehouse operation
Solid understanding of produce varieties handled in a wholesale operation
Some stooping and bending required
Ability to manually inspect produce efficiently for periods of up to or exceeding eight (8) hours
Ability to move around the work area freely
Frequent lifting of product up to 50 lbs. during the shift, infrequent lifting to 80 lbs
Currently authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
Conduct daily walk-through of assigned coolers to check the quality of the product and identify any quality issues
Check dates of product for proper product rotation by date
Remove any distressed product, determine what product needs reworking and what product should be discarded
Rework all distressed/damaged products
Communicate quality issues to buyers, management, and associates
Report all lost products or transfers
Assure that all inventory is properly blocked and labeled
Assist in inventory counts
Instruct handlers in the proper method of loading trucks
Ensure all product loaded must be transported without damage

Skills

product inspection

quality control

product rotation

warehouse operations

produce handling

inventory management

warehouse power equipment

verbal communication

written communication

shipping procedures

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.

Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.

Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.

The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.

Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.

The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.

Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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