WCCS CONTINUES EXCELLENCE IN FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WITH A NEAR-PERFECT SQF SCORE AND NEW COSTCO ADDENDUM CERTIFICATION
NEW SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COLD STORAGE FACILITY EARNS EVEN HIGHER SQF SCORE AND COSTCO ADDENDUM
JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA - Southern California's leading food-grade warehousing and 3PL service provider, West Coast Cold Storage, is proud to announce the continuation of its excellence in food safety standards. Building on last year's achievements, the company has now earned a near-perfect score of 98 out of 100 in its latest Safe Quality Foods (SQF) certification audit. Additionally, West Coast Cold Storage has also successfully received the Costco addendum, a significant milestone for potential customer relations.
SQF certification, recognized worldwide, is a rigorous food safety management system that reduces process variation and complies with baseline standards. It is benchmarked by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and ensures food quality control throughout the supply chain. West Coast Cold Storage's continuous improvement in its SQF score exemplifies its commitment to maintaining the highest levels of operational practices in the industry.
Furthermore, the Costco addendum certification adds an extra layer of credibility and compliance to the company's operations. This additional set of requirements provided by Costco, built onto the GFSI standards, ensures that West Coast Cold Storage meets all expectations set by Costco.
General Manager Ricardo Rios commented, "Last year, achieving the SQF certification was a significant accomplishment for us. This year, not only improving our SQF score but also receiving the Costco addendum, marks a new level of excellence for West Coast Cold Storage. These achievements reflect our relentless commitment to food safety and quality management, ensuring the highest standards for our customers."
The 124,000 Sq. Ft. facility, which includes 70,000 Sq. Ft. of frozen space and 50,000 Sq. Ft. of refrigerated cooler space, continues to serve as a cornerstone in the Southern California food supply chain. Located strategically in a key transportation corridor, the facility provides unparalleled service and logistics solutions.
West Coast Cold Storage remains committed to setting industry benchmarks and delivering exceptional service and solutions to its customers. For more information, visit www.wccoldstorage.com.
