A. Duda & Sons, Inc. · 2 months ago
QC Technician
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $25/hrDuda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Technician for an immediate opening. This role is responsible for ensuring that all incoming products meet USDA standards, DFFF requirements, and customer specifications, while reporting directly to the National QC Manager.
AgricultureFarmingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Inspect all loads arriving at the facility—whether from the field or purchased—to ensure finished, packed commodities meet USDA, DFFF, and/or customer-specific specifications. Periodic field-level inspections may be required. Report any issues in real time to the appropriate management
Verify PTI labels and pallet license plates for product description, legibility, and accurate best-by/use-by dates
Perform daily temperature checks on on-hand commodity inventory to ensure proper temperature maintenance
Complete bi-weekly age reports (Monday and Thursday) on inventory to confirm quality and food safety standards. Immediately report any deviations, such as rapid quality loss or compromised product
Submit inspection documents to the Manager for daily verification. Address all deviations in real time and ensure proper documentation and organized storage
Confirm that measuring devices (e.g., thermometers) are calibrated daily and maintain calibration records
Conduct food safety visual inspections during quality checks. Report any foreign material or concerns to Management immediately for corrective action
Ability to travel between growing regions to cooling facilities in Salinas, CA (April to November) & Yuma, AZ (November to March)
Follow all safety work practices by following safety rules and regulations
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Must use all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Must be able to work without directions and stay productive
Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours as needed
Must be able to work weekends
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma required
Valid CA driver's license
Ability to travel between growing regions to cooling facilities in Salinas, CA (April to November) & Yuma, AZ (November to March)
Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 65 lbs. and working in outdoor environments
Regular climbing, stooping and bending required
Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours as needed
Must be able to work weekends
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Must use all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Follow all safety work practices by following safety rules and regulations
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Must be able to work without directions and stay productive
Works well on own and in a team environment
Preferred
Bilingual preferred but not required
Agriculture or demonstrated interest in agriculture preferred
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel preferred
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time.
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
A. Duda & Sons, Inc.
A. Duda & Sons, Inc. is a diversified land company that specializes in agricultural and real estate operations.
Founded in 1926
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sammy Duda
President & CEO
Tracy Chapman
Senior VP/Chief Legal & Administrative Officer
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