Overview

A produce inspector is responsible for physically inspecting fresh produce during the growth and harvest process.  Produce inspectors will also grade the product in accordance to the USDA guidelines.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Ensure quality of manufactured goods.
• Inspect goods as they are finished.
• Examine materials from suppliers before sending them to production line.
• Using USDA and customer specification, grade product for quality, condition, weights, and size.
• Ensure produce is kept at proper temperature.
• Perform quick visual inspections.
• Record pass/fail grade of products.
• Weigh product and samples to verify packaging weight.
• Compare color, shape, texture, or grade of product or material with color chart, template, or sample to ensure consistency.
• Use thermometers, voltmeters, moisture meters, or tensiometers to test products.
• Understand the use of the tools needed for quality inspections to include sizers, scales, calipers, and other measuring devices.
• Collaborate with USDA Produce Inspectors for needed quality federal inspections to ensure resolution of issues.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of experience as a produce inspector (Required)
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in a production environment
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math, technical, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.

Shift Availability

2nd shift and 3rd shift Only

Pay Rate:

$20/hr-$24/hr

Job Location:

Monroe NJ, 08831