Sorter- Inspector

About The Role

McCain Foods is seeking a Sorter Inspector to join our team in Burley, Idaho. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product quality by inspecting, trimming, and sorting potato products on the production line. The position operates on a 12-hour day shift and requires flexibility to rotate between processing and packaging areas to support efficient operations and consistent quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspect potatoes and potato products on conveyor lines to ensure product quality
• Remove defective items that do not meet specifications for size, shape, color, or uniformity
• Trim defects from potatoes using a knife as needed
• Sort defective products to waste streams or alternate processing lines
• Identify and remove foreign materials from the inspection belt
• Notify supervisors of quality concerns or foreign material findings
• Rotate between processing and packaging positions as required
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following all safety protocols

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and basic communications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to visually identify product defects
• Basic problem-solving skills and sound judgment
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
• Willingness and ability to work a 12-hour shift and rotate across production areas

About The Team

You will be part of the Burley manufacturing team, working closely with production and packaging operators to ensure high product quality standards. The team collaborates across shifts and functions to maintain efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement in plant operations.

Compensation And Benefits

• Shift differential available for applicable shifts (e.g., $1.50 for graveyard)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Adoption and infertility assistance programs
• Education reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Additional well-being programs, including mental health resources and company-supported volunteer time

About McCain

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits

• Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
• Retirement savings benefits
• Leave support, including medical, family and bereavement
• Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources

Leadership Principles

We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain Experience

Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another.

Compensation Package

- Starting at 18.65 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

Job Family

Manufacturing

Location(s)

US - United States of America : Idaho : Burley

Company

McCain Foods USA, Inc.