What You will be doing
As
Quality Control for fresh produce, you will be responsible for ensuring the
quality, safety, and compliance of fresh produce products throughout the
production process. This role involves inspecting, testing, and evaluating
fresh produce items to ensure they meet established standards and regulatory
requirements. You will work closely with production teams and suppliers to
maintain high-quality standards and minimize product defects.
Key summary of Activities &
Responsibilities:
* Conduct routine inspections of
fresh produce products at various stages of the picking process to
assess quality, appearance, and adherence to specifications.
* Perform quality control tests,
including but not limited to visual inspections, sensory evaluations,
and measurements of key attributes such as size, colour, texture, and
flavour.
* Identify and report product
defects, non-conformities, or safety hazards to relevant stakeholders
and take appropriate corrective actions as needed.
* Collaborate with teams across the
business to address quality issues and implement corrective and
preventive measures to improve product quality and consistency.
* Maintain cleanliness and sanitation
standards in the quality control area to prevent contamination and
ensure food safety.
* Conduct regular audits of picking
processes, facilities, and equipment to ensure compliance with food
safety regulations and industry standards.
* Provide training and guidance to operational
staff on quality control procedures, best practices, and regulatory
requirements.
* Monitor and evaluate supplier
performance and quality of incoming raw materials and ingredients to
ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
* Assist in the development and
implementation of quality assurance programs, policies, and procedures
to continuously improve product quality and safety.
Key Attributes:
* Previous experience in quality
control or quality assurance, preferably in the fresh produce industry.
* Knowledge of food safety
regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.
* Strong attention to detail and
ability to accurately assess product quality and identify defects.
* Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with
cross-functional teams.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
applications.
* Ability to work independently and
prioritise tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
* Flexibility to work extended hours
or weekends as needed, especially during peak operational periods.
* Certification in food safety (e.g.,
HACCP, SQF, GFSI) is a plus.
Details
* This is a part-time role, working Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week.
Non Exhaustive Duties:
The
above list of duties are non-exhaustive, and this role may be required to
perform additional tasks as necessary to meet the needs of the department and
the Company.