QUALITY ASSURANCE & FOOD SAFETY INSPECTOR - OCEAN MIST FARMS, CASTROVILLE, CA

This position is located in Castroville, California and reports directly to the Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager under general supervision. The Quality Assurance & Food Safety Inspector will perform inspections on all commodities. Work schedule will be Monday – Saturday, with variable hours as needed to fulfill job responsibility; Sunday and holidays as required. Travel and seasonal relocation will be required to our remote facilities and surrounding areas.

• Respond to Manager’s requests for Quality inspections of specific lots.
• Perform quality inspections for all commodities harvested each day including outside purchased products for California, Arizona, and Mexico.
• Inspect quality assigned positions in the department: in the field, at harvest crews, or at the cooler.
  • Evaluate products according to Ocean Mist and USDA standards.
  • Create inspection reports for aging, daily and raw inspections.
  • Other records as required
• Visually inspect product for food safety signs of contamination (physical debris or contamination).
• Observe and report field and harvest crew food safety adherence.
• Help prepare and coordinate arrival of product for exhibitions, fairs, conventions, etc.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or an Equivalent highly desired.
• 1 -3 years’ experience as a Quality Assurance Inspector is preferred.
• Understands USDA quality standards.
• 1-3 years’ experience with Good Agricultural Practices.
• Basic math and reading skills is required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English at a proficient level.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills including; ability to maintain effective working relationships with Peers, Supervisors, vendors and Customers.
• Requires sufficient sight and hearing to perform all duties; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn new duties with minimal repetition.
• Ability to carry out defined procedures with specific instructions.
• Valid Driver License, Class C, be insurable and ability to operate a company vehicle is required.
• Ability to travel and work at our remote areas - Castroville, Huron, Oxnard, Coachella, and Yuma.