Quality Control in McAllen, Texas at EXP Group

About EXP Group

We are a multinational group of specialized companies working together to bring high-quality tropical fruits and vegetables from Central and South America to the U.S. East Coast. With over 40 years of experience, we’ve built a trusted network that spans farms, packing facilities, and warehouses. Our success is rooted in strong partnerships, a commitment to quality and food safety, and a shared dedication to doing things the right way. Above all, we take pride in our people, collaboration, and the standards of excellence that guide everything we do.

-Inspect product quality upon receiving, verifying condition, maturity, color, size, firmness, defects, decay, and temperature.
-Ensure products meet customer and supplier specifications.
-Monitor storage conditions, including temperature, humidity, and FIFO rotation.
-Inspect product during processing operations (repack, sorting, and packing) to maintain quality standards.
-Approve or reject product that does not meet quality requirements.
-Document quality findings, shrink, rejections, and rework.
-Report quality issues and deviations to supervisors, purchasing, or operations teams.
-Verify compliance with Good Handling Practices (GHP) and employee hygiene standards.
-Support internal and external audits (FDA, USDA, Primus, etc.).
-Ensure product is in optimal condition prior to shipping and distribution.

Daily Activities:
-Visual and physical inspection of fruits and vegetables.
-Use of thermometers, quality checklists, and inspection forms.
-Review of pallets, cartons, labeling, and product condition.
-Constant communication with warehouse, production, and supervisory staff.
-Follow-up on held or rejected product.

Knowledge and Skills:
-Strong knowledge of fresh produce (ripeness, shelf life, and common defects).
-Understanding of food safety and quality standards.
-Strong attention to detail and decision-making skills.
-Ability to work under pressure and in cold environments.
-Good documentation and reporting skills.
-Teamwork and effective communication.