DC Food Safety Quality Assurance Inspection Coordinator II

Overview Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of a global food retailer, provides services to major grocery brands and seeks a Quality Assurance & Safety professional to conduct detailed product safety and quality inspections of perishable food products delivered to distribution centers. The role ensures only fresh, wholesome products meeting food safety and quality standards are received and maintained through distribution to retail, and supports regulatory compliance requirements specific to Seafood HACCP and FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act. Responsibilities Perform hands-on and detailed inspections of inbound deliveries to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company requirements for quality, condition, wholesomeness, package integrity, temperature, expiration or pack dates, proper counts, weights, and sizes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of procurement specifications, FDA Food Code, FDA, USDA, state and local regulations. Conduct detailed produce quality evaluations on key focus items, verifying grade, brix, firmness, color, condition and eating quality; report results to commodity buyers and merchandisers. Conduct Seafood HACCP inspections and accurately complete all required records in accordance with the Seafood HACCP Plan. Conduct banana ripening to assure quality fruit is shipped to stores; communicate results to buyers and associates and drive continuous program improvement. Inspect banana ripening rooms to ensure they are maintained and cleaned per company standards. Perform daily surveillance and aged inventory inspections of produce storage coolers to ensure rotation and timely shipment to stores to maintain freshness. Perform daily code date inspections of other commodities to ensure proper rotation and shelf-life. Perform daily preventative controls monitoring records/checklists for critical control points, preventative controls, and prerequisite programs; report findings and initiate corrective actions as required. Collaborate with category and commodity buyers to enforce quality specifications for all incoming products; provide information on quality levels of incoming products; support proper disposition of products refused for quality issues. Notify buyers of any problems affecting product quality and involve them in proper disposition of suspected products. Monitor and investigate store complaints of poor quality, initiate corrective actions, identify root causes, and report to distribution and commodity teams as appropriate; act as liaison between distribution and commodities teams. Be a resource to business partners and suppliers; maintain and observe safe working practices per OSHA guidelines and report unsafe conditions to management for corrective action. Basic Qualifications High school diploma/equivalent Self-motivated and able to function with minimal supervision, yet work within a team environment Excellent interpersonal skills Experience as a produce, meat or seafood manager or produce receiving associate Knowledgeable of USDA standards, rules and regulations with ability to identify species, diseases, varieties and defects and determine severity for acceptance or rejection at delivery Familiar with Federal, State and Local regulatory requirements Must be available to work shifts which may include nights and weekends Ability to complete Food Protection Manager Certification & Seafood HACCP Certification training Preferred Qualifications Advanced knowledge of USDA standards for all produce commodities Three to five years as produce manager, produce distribution, or equivalent experience Food Protection Manager Certification Seafood HACCP Certification Skills and Abilities Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Ability to multi-task Good written and verbal communication skills Team player Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to work in a refrigerated environment with appropriate personal protective equipment Ability to use inspection tools to conduct inspections Ability to lift product weighing up to 100 lbs MA Salary Range: $30.54 - $45.81 Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

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At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we are actively seeking top talent. Our team shares a commitment to collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning, with a focus on supporting local grocery brands and empowering associates to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyalty360