Description:
Education RequiredÂIndustry training in Produce Quality defect assessment.Â
Industry training in Produce export requirements, incl Fruit quality and Special market phytosanitary protocols.Â
In-house and/or external training in Quality management.Â
Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Quality Control or equivalentÂ
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Skills RequiredÂ
Knowledge of citrus quality and horticulture, including post-harvest disorders development and prevention.Â
Thorough knowledge of PPECB export standards and packing specifications communicating client expectation.Â
Knowledge of Supply chain and Cold chain management and impact of the export handling chain on fruit quality.Â
Understanding the economics of claims management when arrivals do not meet client quality expectations.Â
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook), willingness to explore new technology tools (likeÂ
AI) and familiarity with Dipar or similar QC platforms.Â
A keen eye to detail to identify issues and to prevent quality, labelling and handling protocol mistakes.Â
Good people skills to connect with packhouse management. Â
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Experience RequiredÂ
Minimum of 3 years of experience in perishables export quality â?? citrus.Â
Previous exposure as exporter representative travelling between packing facilities and depots.
10 May 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za