Fruit Inspector

A Kaur & R.S Maan; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Kaur & R.S Maan, a farm in regional NSW, seeks a Fruit Inspector to perform detailed produce inspections, sampling, grading, and QA tasks. You will identify defects, suggest corrective actions, and support safety and regulatory compliance.

Role emphasizes independent work, strong attention to detail, and clear communication with farm management. Applicants should have a Diploma in Horticulture and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Horticulture required.
• 1 year of relevant experience as a Fruit Inspector in the last five years.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Keen eye for detail with ability to spot imperfections.
• Excellent oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of produce, assessing quality, size, colour, maturity and overall condition.
• Examine crops and provide recommendations to improve yield quality and quantity.
• Collect samples for testing and assessment.
• Evaluate and grade produce based on size, appearance and quality standards.
• Identify defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Test soil, water and produce for contamination and safety compliance.
• Collaborate to implement quality control measures to improve processes.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety at storage, processing, and packaging sites.
• Advise and train workers on disease control impacts and contamination risks.
• Enforce quarantine, food safety, quality regulations and OH&S requirements.
• Maintain records of QA activities and corrective actions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Oral communication

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Horticulture

Job description

Job description:

Our client, A Kaur & R.S Maan is a farm in regional NSW that grows berries of different varieties and aims to provide our customers with fresh and quality produce.

Tasks Include:

• Conduct detailed inspections of produce, assessing quality, size, colour, maturity, and overall condition using visual examination and appropriate tools to ensure compliance with buyer needs.
• Examine crops and farm produce to detect quality issues and provide recommendations to farmer/farm manager to improve yield quality and quantity.
• Collect samples of agricultural produce for testing and assessment.
• Evaluate, weigh, and measure produce to assign grades based on established size, appearance, and quality standards.
• Identify defects in produce, determine their causes, and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
• Testing soil, water, and produce samples to assess contamination levels, pesticide residues, use of chemicals, fertilizers and overall product quality to ensure adherence to safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement quality control measures to improve production processes.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of farm operations to identify potential quality and safety issues and oversee quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure adherence to hygiene standards and food safety requirements at storage, processing, and packaging sites, as well as in transport vehicles.
• Advise and train farm workers on the economic impact of disease control measures and the health risks associated with contamination.
• Enforce compliance with quarantine, food safety, quality regulations, government standards, and occupational health and safety (OH&S) in all farm areas.
• Maintain detailed records of quality assurance activities, including inspection reports, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends, advancements in quality control methods, and regulatory changes to enhance farm quality assurance practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Diploma level qualification in Horticulture
• Recent 1 year of relevant experience working as a Fruit Inspector in last five years.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision.
• Ability to problem solve and have critical thinking skills.
• Must have a keen eye for details with ability to pick smallest imperfections.
• Excellent oral communication skills.