Produce Inspector, Distribution Center

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

Inspect all products for grade, condition and quality. Monitors produce section of warehouse for cleanliness and temperature.

Responsibilities

• Inspect both inbound product and slotted items for quality and condition.
• Assist in unloading, receiving, and preparation for put away, as needed.
• Inspect and grade or appraise agricultural commodities offered for sale to determine value and yield.
• Verify information such as the manufacturer number, season code, PLU/UPC number.
• Attend Team and Facility meetings.
• Participate in yearly physical inventory or as needed.
• Able to read and download TempTales for proper reporting to vendors.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to all buyers and WFP office
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Basic computer skills, including MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Excel
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Effective oral and written communication, must read, write and speak English
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position
• Ability to work well with others
• Accurate and self-motivated
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the Distribution Center, including nights, weekends and holidays as required

Desired Work Experiences

• Related experience (1-2 years)
• Warehouse experience preferred

The wage range for this position is $21.00-$36.00 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal). Click here for benefit details.

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