Independent Quality Controller – Cherry Packhouse

1 week ago

Central Otago, New Zealand Hortinvest Management Full time

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct thorough quality inspections of cherries during the packing process, ensuring they meet industry standards and specific customer requirements.
• Monitor and assess the appearance, size, colour, firmness, and overall quality of cherries.
• Work closely with orchard staff to ensure team is aware of packing quality and results.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, non-compliance, and corrective actions taken during the packing process.
• Provide feedback to the packhouse team on any quality issues and work with them to resolve problems promptly.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards in the packhouse.
• Stay updated on industry trends and customer expectations regarding cherry quality.
• Ensure traceability and proper labelling of packed products in accordance with market requirements.
Qualifications & Skills:
• Proven experience in quality control within a packhouse or similar setting, preferably in the cherry or fresh produce industry.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify small defects or quality issues.
• Ability to work independently and impartially, ensuring an objective approach to quality assessments.
• Good communication skills to liaise with orchard staff and management.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment, particularly during peak packing periods.
• Strong record-keeping and reporting skills.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand for extended periods during inspections.
• Capability to lift and handle boxes of cherries.
• Comfortable working in a packhouse environment, which may involve cold temperatures and high activity levels.
Work Schedule:
• Full-time, seasonal position during the cherry packing season. Flexibility to work long hours or weekends as needed during peak periods
Compensation:
• Competitive rates based on experience and qualifications.
If you are passionate about ensuring quality and take pride in delivering the best fresh produce to customers, we encourage you to apply for this independent role.

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