Kroger · 1 week ago
PRODUCE MDSG/QA ASP
500 South 99Th Ave., Tolleson, AZ, 85353, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expKroger, through its Fry's Food Stores banner, is dedicated to providing quality produce and enhancing customer satisfaction. The Produce MDSG/QA ASP role focuses on ensuring that all incoming produce products meet quality specifications and addressing any quality-related issues in collaboration with the merchandising department.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Provide assurance that all incoming products conform to written and approved quality specifications
Perform inspections on inbound product following company guidelines and written specifications
Communicate with buyers and the Merchandising department on inventory levels, short-dated product, shrink and other quality related issues on a timely basis
Check quality, condition, color, brix, pressure levels, weights, counts, sizes, and pulp temperatures on inbound produce product
File claims on out-of-spec product and follow company guidelines and procedures for filing and recording claims; communicate issues to Merchandising, Procurement and vendor
Reject product that is out of temperature or dating guidelines; communicate such to immediate supervisor, merchandising and procurement staff
Be actively involved in the banana ripening process and ensure that bananas are shipping to stores at the proper color stage and temperature
Work with the category manager and buying team in identifying and correcting any quality issues
Keep inspection area sanitized and thermometers and scales calibrated
Perform short date surveillance daily on current product at the distribution center
Identify improperly rotated product and correct the rotation issue
Communicate and work closely with receivers and supervisors on specific receiving needs to expedite the unloading and breakdown of inbound product in a safe and efficient manner
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
18 years of age
Proficient computer skills
Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency
Ability to resolve problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to apply logic to carry out detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups to customers, clients, and employees
Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
Preferred
2+ years of experience in a warehouse environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1984-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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