Overview Please note this position is based in our Orlando, FL Distribution Center (on-site). The Quality Control I (QC I) works under the direction of the Quality Control Manager in administrating the quality control program for the Sprouts distribution center based on company quality standards. This position focuses on assisting with inspection of incoming and outbound loads to ensure product meets company standards and communicating issues and concerns to the QC Manager. The majority of time spent in this position involves working on the warehouse floor assisting with the inspection of agricultural and meat commodities such as: fruits, vegetables, fresh meat and other perishable/non-perishable products in order to maintain Sprouts standards of quality. Overview of Responsibilities Document inbound seals, temperature, quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of products, to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files Count or estimate quantities of products received Weigh products to maintain relevant records Ensure proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facility Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment Provide assistance or direction to other, warehouse, clerical workers Dispose of damaged or defective items, or return them to vendors, pursuant to company procedures or as instructed Remove from stock products or loads not meeting quality standards, and notify Quality Control management of discrepancies or shortages Maintain, monitor, and clean work areas Examine products and packaging for damage, purge, defects, or shortages, using specification sheets and standards charts Inspect and verify Purchase Order quantities 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. Identify any issues to Quality Control management Document temperatures of all inbound loads and report to Quality Control management any violations Responsible for proper rotation for all fresh meat, produce inventory as and various perishable items Perform daily quality inspections for all perishable and fresh meat items Perform daily date checks and pull all out dated product from pick and reserve slots Complete daily dump and damage report and give to Quality Control management Observe temperatures within cooler and cases in the aisles and report failures to management Pay close attention to damaged or inferior product and bring to the attention of Quality Control management Qualifications 1-2 years of Quality Control experience (preferred produce or meat experience) other perishable receiving and inspection experience, knowledge of USDA grades and standards, and 1-2 years in shipping and receiving High school diploma or GED required Ability to operate electric pallet jack Ability to work well without close supervision Good oral and written communication skills Ability to multi-task with strong organization skills Basic proficiency with MS Office and Internet applications Pay range The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $25.82 / hour. Sprouts Farmers Market determines pay based on applicable experience and qualifications of the applicant. Benefits In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include: Competitive pay Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health Vacation accrual plan Opportunities for career growth 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts Flexible schedules Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match Company paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun! Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits: Bonus based on company and/or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account with company match Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Company paid short-term disability coverage Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers Paid holidays Get Paid Every Day! Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free. We offer DailyPay so you don’t have to wait for payday to access the money you’ve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you’ve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday. You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/. Why Sprouts Grow with us! If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. 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