Quality Controller

Pure Pac Ltd; Wellington; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Pure Pac Ltd in Cromwell is seeking a Quality Controller to inspect cherries and ensure they meet quality standards during the harvest season. This temporary contract runs mid-December to end of January, with variable hours and weekend work. You will work with the production team to document results, identify issues, and support continuous improvement.

Training is provided before the season. This role suits first-year/second-year students seeking seasonal experience in a climate-controlled

Qualifications

• Attention to detail required.
• Phytosanitary Certificate knowledge preferred.
• Analytical skills to assess quality data and trends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fruit inspections to required specifications.
• Detect pest or pest symptoms in cherry samples.
• Measure fruit sugar levels and firmness.
• Accurately record and report inspection results.
• Navigate procedures and documentation to ensure fruit meets requirements.
• Communicate effectively with the grading machine operator and packhouse manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stamina

Education

Phytosanitary Certificate

Job description

Pure Pac’s team of two Phytosanitary Quality Controllers has an important role to play in our Cromwell Packhouse. The Quality Controller is responsible for ensuring that all cherries meet the company's quality standards before they are packed and shipped to customers. This role involves inspecting cherries for defects, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and maintaining detailed records of quality assessments. The Quality Controller will work closely with the production team to identify and resolve any quality issues, implement quality control processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and is well suited to first-year/second year students, who have the potential to return back for another harvest.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out fruit inspections to the required specifications
• Detect pest or pest symptoms in cherry samples
• Measure fruit sugar levels and firmness
• Accurately record and report inspection results
• Navigate procedures and documentation to ensure fruit meets requirements
• Communicate effectively with the grading machine operator and packhouse manager

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Phytosanitary Certificate: A phytosanitary certificate, indicating knowledge of plant health regulations and standards, is preferred.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills for assessing quality data, trends and implementing corrective actions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate quality standards and issues to the production team.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks in a climate-controlled environment.

The successful applicant will be required to attend a training course before the season begins. This is a temporary contract for the duration of cherry harvest mid-December through to the end of January. Hours are variable depending on how much fruit has been harvested, you can expect shorter days in December, and longer days during our January peak. Weekend availability is required.

Working Conditions

• Temperature: The Chery Packhouse is a climate-controlled environment, often kept cool to preserve the freshness of the cherries. Employees should be comfortable working in cooler temperatures for extended periods.
• Noise Level: The noise level can vary from moderate to loud, depending on the machinery in operation.
• Cleanliness: The packhouse maintains high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, requiring employees to adhere to strict