What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Supervisor position at Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC?
Are you passionate about maintaining high standards and ensuring product excellence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and leadership make a difference?
Wholesale Produce Supply is seeking a dedicated Quality Control Supervisor to lead our quality assurance efforts and uphold our commitment to delivering top-notch produce products. In this role, you’ll oversee quality processes, manage a team of inspectors, and collaborate across departments to maintain compliance with industry regulations and exceed customer expectations.
If you’re ready to take your quality control expertise to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!
$70K-$85K DOQ Plus $10K annual bonus potential. Excellent benefits!
Essential Job Functions:
- Oversee daily inspection of incoming and outgoing produce to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Develop and implement inspection protocols to monitor freshness, ripeness, and overall product condition.
- Maintain detailed records of quality checks, deviations, and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with procurement and distribution teams to address quality concerns with suppliers and vendors.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations, including HACCP, FSMA, and GMP standards.
- Conduct routine audits of facilities and processes to identify potential risks.
- Supervise the proper handling, storage, and transportation of produce to minimize spoilage and contamination.
- Provide training to staff on quality control procedures and food safety practices.
- Manage a team of quality control inspectors, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Schedule and prioritize inspection activities to ensure timely distribution of produce.
- Foster a culture of quality and accountability within the team.
- Analyze quality control data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Develop and present reports on quality metrics, non-conformities, and resolutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
- 3 years of experience in quality control, preferably in produce distribution or the fresh food industry.
- Supervisory experience is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of produce quality standards and grading systems.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, FSMA, USDA, FDA).
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis and quality management software.
Salary : $10,000
