QC Meat Seafood Inspector

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Albertsons Safeway is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is privately owned with supermarkets across the country that include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw’s, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.

The Distribution Center has an opening for a QC Meat/Seafood Specialist. This position is located in Brea, CA.

Main responsibilities:

• Audit incoming deliveries for compliance to product specifications and receiving requirements. Document non-compliance and rejections, and inform Procurement, Quality Manager and others as needed.
• Understand and Verify Seafood HACCP documents and program.
• Work with Warehouse Management to monitor inventory quality.
• Understand and Verify COOL Labeling requirements.
• Proactively work with vendors to assure proper handling that meets Safeway expectations.
• Assist in Training Warehouse personnel on Seafood HACCP and Receiving requirements.
• Perform audits or evaluations to assure that Quality standards are being upheld.
• Collaborate with the procurement team and vendors to continually improve quality.
• Provide relief coverage for other QC staff as needed.
• Travel approximately 5%, plus product sampling/pickup at local stores.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Bachelor of Science degree preferred in Meat Science, Aquaculture/Fisheries, Food Science, Food Technology or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in food manufacturing or retail meat and/or seafood environment. Harvesting, packing, warehouse inspections experience would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, and HACCP.
• Retail Meat & Seafood knowledge, and USDA and FDA inspection experience helpful.
• Good management skills and ability to relate to diverse workforce.
• Must be self-motivated with positive attitude as well as able to handle and address changing priorities.
• Possess a high degree of initiative and creativity with excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic statistical knowledge helpful.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Able to travel and work irregular hours, which may include some weekends, as required.
• Ability to lift weights of 30 pounds or more.
• Ability to withstand temperatures of 40 degrees or lower (frozen and perishable warehouses).

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.