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Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

OPS Fruit and Vegetable Inspector

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Plant City, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Food or Agricultural Inspector inspects food, processed food and food containers to be sure they are safe for consumers, or inspects animals, animal feed or crops to check for disease that could affect food supplies. Checks for compliance with private industry standards or federal food safety and agricultural regulations.

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Job Description

Hours and Days:

Can work up to 7 days a week will be required to work days & evening hours, also weekends and holidays. The packing houses dictate when work is performed. Hours will vary depending on when packing house is running. Pay rate is $17.00 per hour. This is an OPS Temporary Full time position (hours based on crop and weather conditions). Employer has a casual dress code.

Job Duties:

Will work in a food safety environment and must follow the rules of the packing houses. Will inspect produce against the US Grade standards and determine if the produce meets or fails to meet the standards.

Benefits:

None Will provide on the job training. Minimum of 80 hours of on the job training will be required.

Physical Requirements:

Stand frequently on a daily basis Bend and/or Stoop - occasionally Lift up to 25-50 pounds frequently on a daily basis

Additional Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age HS Diploma or GED Must speak, read and write English to complete reports and communicate with employer, co-workers and patrons of the employer Valid drivers license Work Site location(s): Plant City, Tampa Area

AA/ADA/EOE

E-Verify Employer Salary:

$17.00 /hour

Job Types:

Full-time, Temporary Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay:

$17.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person