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QC Inspector

Ottawa, Ontario

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Job ID R230274 Date posted 12/08/2025

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.


ABOUT THE ROLE

Company Overview

Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest foods and fresh ideas. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more. 

With over 69,000 associates, the companyoperatesmore than 320 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 650,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2019 that ended June 29, 2019, the company generated sales of more than$60 billion.

Sysco, one of Canada’s Best Employers 2019, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join our winning team.

For more information, visitwww.sysco.caor follow us @SyscoCanada atfacebook.com/SyscoCanada;twitter.com/SyscoCanadaorinstagram.com/SyscoCanada

For a full list of opportunities, visitwww.sysco.ca/careers

Role:

The Quality Control Inspectoris responsible forinspecting perishable products as they are received from Vendors and before being shipped to our customers to ensure quality and food safety standards are met. The Quality Control Inspector alsomonitorstemperatures of perishableproductarriving and leaving the facility to ensure compliance with Food Safety guidelines.

RoleResponsibilities:

  • Responsible for checking produce slots daily to ensure product staged for shipping each night is within quality standards. This includes taking pictures and creatinganreport that is emailed to sales to effectively communicate the quality we have in stock.

  • Ensures product isbeing rotatedproperly during daily slot checks and communicates any issues with the Operations supervisors.

  • Inspects in-bound perishable products as they arrive andrequestscredit from Vendors for any product that does not meet standards.

  • Ensure proper storage and handling of fresh produce to minimize waste and enhance overall quality ofproductshipped to customers.

  • Check perishable code dated product to ensure proper product rotation is occurring and work with inventory standard operating procedures (SOP) reporting todeterminewhen code dated product should be frozen ordisposed.

  • Facilitate inthe return ofproductto vendors and complete the required documentation associated with this process.

  • Identifyand communicate product inventory concerns to the Merchandising, Operations and Finance leads.

  • Assistin thereductionproduce waste, customerreturnsand quality credits to customers.

  • Assistin checking and filing paperwork on all loads arriving with refer-unit alarms or temperature issues that receiversidentifyduring the receiving process.

  • Monitor spoilage reports for accuracy and opportunities for recovery of product.

  • Responsible for compliance with all Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)comprisingSysco’s Food Safety Program, specificforthe assigned role.

  • Assist Food Safety Program Manager in ensuring compliancetoSysco’s Food Safety Program that leads to compliance with third party certification and customer requirements.

  • Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spillsimmediatelyto theirSupervisor.

  • Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues andiswilling to speak out when hazards are present.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements

  • Minimum 1-year experience working in aproduce relatedenvironment with the ability toidentifyproduce quality issues.

  • Experience working in a fast-paced warehouseenvironmentan asset.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent. 

  • Food Safety and quality control training would be considered an asset.

  • Basic knowledge of Excel,Wordand outlook.

  • Material handling equipment experience is anasset.

OUR VALUES

  • Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another
  • Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions
  • Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

OUR COMMITMENT

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity.

Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy
  • Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Optional Insurance
  • Parental Leave Plan
  • Company Pension Plan
  • Group RRSP & TFSA
  • Employee and Family Assistance
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Maple Virtual Care
  • Unlimited on-line learning
  • Sysco product discounts
  • Preferred vendor discounts
  • Colleague Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This job requisition is for a high-volume role and is always accepting applicants.

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