Job Description

Ready to Transform Retail? Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada's Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.



Ready to Start Fresh?



Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have an opening for an Inspector Quality Control based out of our Voila CFC in Vaughan. The shift will be Friday- Monday 5AM-3PM.

Here's where you'll have an impact:

Identify superior quality of product and communicate to Replenishment and Category Management teams Reject and document product that does not meet specifications Verify weight, temperature, size, pressure test, refractometer test, package and pallet integrity of product Verify calibration of testing equipment Request government inspections and facilitate sampling process Inspect inbound product according to established Standard Operating Procedures and specifications which includes random sampling and defect identification Monitor inventory by completing daily quality inspections; report inferior quality to appropriate team for recommended action Monitor CFC handling and storage procedures in conjunction with CFC Management (i.e. cold chain management and slotting)

What you have to offer:

Experience as Retail Produce, produce grower/wholesaler or private produce Inspection Company or related experience preferred. General understanding of Food Safety Requirements Strong understanding of quality control functions Strong communications skills (both oral and written) coupled with the ability to communicate with multiple areas of the business Proven experience working in a team setting Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environment and workloads Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask while performing under time constraints Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Who we are:

We started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.



Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better - great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.



Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is fuelled by our purpose and values. It shapes our culture and drives business success. As a family nurturing families, we embed DE&I into everything we do. We know that it takes open minds and respect for distinct perspectives to create engaging workplaces, inclusive customer experiences and strong community partnerships. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

What we offer:

Our Total Rewards package is designed to help our teammates thrive--physically, financially, and emotionally. While offerings vary by role and employment type (full-time, part-time, contractual), eligible teammates may receive:



Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support. Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security. 10% In-Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs. Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company's success. Learning and Development Resources to support your career growth. Parental Leave Top-Up to assist growing families. Paid Vacation and Days Off to help you recharge.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity--including expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required --please click the "I'm interested" button above. Individual Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.



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To drive our commitment to team collaboration and the overall success of our office culture we require our teammates to have the ability to adhere to a hybrid work model that requires your presence at one of our office locations at least three days per week.



If you feel that this describes the kind of work you want to do and you are excited about what Sobeys has to offer, then please apply by the posting end date indicated above. We encourage candidates to submit a resume and take the time to ensure that their application highlights what makes them uniquely qualified for this opportunity!