AmeriQual Foods - Inspector

$500 Sign on Bonus!

Pay Starting at $17.98/hr

1st Shift: Start time between 5:30a-8:00a (9.5-10 hour shift)

2nd Shift: Start time approx. 4:00p (9.5-10 hour shift)

Job purpose

This position is responsible for the inspection of pouches and polytrays to identify product out of required specifications.

Duties and responsibilities

Conduct pre and post retort monitoring by examining product for various defects such as cuts, holes, contamination blisters, bad codes,etc.
Stand next to the inspection line and/or walk the line to examine specific pouches based on line position.
Rework and/or rearrange product on the line
Maintain a pace that matches production line requirements
Communicate issues to line operator and/or production supervisor
Contribute to company efforts by accomplishing other related tasks as needed

Qualifications

Maintain a passing status on standard timed pouch and polytray inspection tests
General math, reading, and data entry skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast changing environment
Ability to work both independently and in a team setting

Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with other team members

Ability to follow all work instructions and safety procedures

Strong organizational and time management skills

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively with a high level of dexterity; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Must have the ability to grasp with one or both hands and extend arms up to 3 feet at, below, or above shoulder height repeatedly throughout the shift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must also have the ability to distinguish color codes on packaging materials. Operating in standard seasonal warehouse and food processing plant temperature conditions will be required. Work is completed in a facility where nuts, fruits and other allergens are present.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.