Warehouse Quality Control Manager Loffredo Fresh Foods - 3.0 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication

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Des Moines, IA Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Quality Control Manager based out of our Des Moines, IA Headquarters . We are a local, family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest region for over 130 years. We distribute to 11 different states across our 5 locations. Loffredo Fresh Foods believes that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer's needs. As the Quality Control Manager , you'll lead our Quality Control team and play a key role in ensuring Loffredo Fresh Foods products consistently meet our high standards for quality, freshness, and accuracy. You'll work closely with Purchasing, Sales, and Operations to maintain product availability, improve fill rates, minimize inventory shrink, and ensure proper handling of product holds, quarantines, releases, and customer returns. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical leader who takes pride in doing things the right way and enjoys working across departments to solve problems and continuously improve our processes. What We Look For 2-4 years of relevant experience, an associate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and consistency Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, and solve problems Self-directed leader who can work effectively with people at all levels Strong communication and collaboration skills Customer-focused approach with a commitment to providing excellent service Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Experience with procurement or inventory management systems Basic knowledge of food products and quality standards HACCP training or willingness to obtain Strong organizational and time-management skills What You'll Do Lead and oversee the Quality Control department and Warehouse QC Coordinators Partner with Purchasing, and Operations to maintain the highest standards of product quality Monitor and support daily fill rates and product availability Develop, implement, and improve quality control procedures and processes Analyze inventory levels and work with Purchasing to minimize shrink and prevent product shortages Oversee product quarantine, hold, and release processes Manage quality processes related to customer returns and product restocking Ensure compliance with established food safety practices and quality standards Identify quality issues, inventory discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement Communicate effectively with internal teams, customers, and other business partners Lead continuous improvement efforts that enhance quality, accuracy, and efficiency Take on special projects and other responsibilities as needed What you'll gain as a

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Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available 1st of the month following 30 days employment 401k with company match available following 6 months of employment Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability Paid time off & Paid holidays Bi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wages