About the company

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on innovation and building culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength, deep roots in the communities we serve, and a team that has passion for food and delivering great service.

Albertsons is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Tom Thumb, Jewel Osco, Shaw’s and many more recognizable names.

Albertsons Companies recently rolled out our Presence with a Purpose work model. Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, Presence with a Purpose will help us build a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are allowed to make decisions that are best for them.

What you will be doing

To help maintain the quality of product being supplied to the customers.

The position will be based in Tracy, California.

Main responsibilities

• Inspect produce and floral items per Standard Operating Procedures for compliance with Safeway specifications.
• Use and maintain analytical tools.
• Enter Quality data into database and complete other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Report key Quality Assurance information based on set Safeway standards to Procurement.
• Resolve receiving issues in terms of quality of product as well as quantity on a timely basis to allow proper warehouse receiving.
• Work with Quality Control management to quickly reconcile any outstanding issues so as not to cause out-of-stock conditions.
• Assist in banana ripening.
• Work with warehouse personnel to answer any questions with regard to product quality, packs or proper temperatures.
• Monitor warehouse produce inventory for quality conditions on a daily basis and report older perishable commodities to replenishment personnel.
• Other duties as required by management. A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

The salary range is $19.00 - $33.00 per hour. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked). PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (such as 401(k) eligibility). [if applicable] Associates in this position are also eligible for a quarterly bonus.

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

What we are searching for

• 4-year college degree in food science/agribusiness or equivalent related industry experience.
• Retail produce and floral knowledge and USDA/CFIA Inspection experience helpful.
• Warehouse/receiving experience.
• Fresh produce or floral growing, packing and/or harvesting a benefit.
• Good management skills and ability to relate with diverse workforce.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.
• Basic math skills. * Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate between colors.
• Ability to work in 34 to 38 degree temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move boxes up to 75 lbs. and up to 6 feet high.
• Ability to work on rotating weekends and flexible hours.

What it is like at Albertsons?

Albertsons Culture Principles

Compassion: We always treat each other with kindness and respect

Team: We always support and recognize each other

Inclusive: We always value everyone’s perspective

Learning: We always strive to grow and develop ourselves and others

Competitive: We always act with integrity to win over the customer

Ownership: We always take actions to drive our success