Inspects all incoming shipments of assigned product groups, as well as products stored in the warehouse, may rate products according to Company and USDA specifications
Maintains necessary inspections and rejection records
Accepts or rejects product based on condition, short weight, transit damage, grade, temperature, and other reasons
May reject product without further consultation if a product doesn't meet Company's requirements/standards
Spot-checks frozen foods to ensure that it complies with the Company's standards and specifications
Maintains necessary rejection records
Informs buyers on product quality as necessary
Prepares warehouse condition reports as requested
May organize shipping schedule for all items having different degrees of maturity, gives shipping instructions to the assembly via warehouse supervision
Determines the dollar cost and cause of warehouse shrink due to spoilage
Makes recommendations to management regarding reduction in shrink
Maintains logs and records of spoilage, including information on overbuying, lack of retail performance, weak produce, etc.
Prepares monthly and quarterly recaps for review by management
Ensures that appropriate personnel are trained in the proper handling, storage, rotation, and selection of produce to be shipped to the retail units
Ensures that shipping crews are provided with daily information on lots to be shipped
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Strong Microsoft Excel and Outlook experience is required
Must possess the ability to motivate others to achieve desired results
Strong analytical skills required for data interpretation and analysis
Possess good communication skills, including verbal and written
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
75% of the position will require working in an office environment
25% of the position will require working in a warehouse environment in temperatures between 32 and 40 degrees
Cold weather gear will be provided by the company
May sit for long periods at a desk or computer terminal
You may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment during a normal workday
Some work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
