Fruit Quality Technician — QA & Field Support

University of Fort Hare; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established fruit exporter in Paarl is looking for a Technical Assistant to join their Quality team. The successful candidate will need a BSc in Food Technology and must be fully bilingual. Responsibilities include obtaining specifications, advising producers on technical aspects, ensuring post-harvest quality through pack house visits, and participating in food safety protocols. This role is essential to maintain quality in the supply chain and to assist in the implementation of new technologies.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification required.
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Obtain customer specifications and implement product specifications.
• Ensure post-harvest quality through pack house visits.
• Research new technology for producers and customers.
• Monitor food safety as part of the HACCP team.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Technical advising

Customer relationship management

Education

BSc in Food Technology

Job description

A well-established fruit exporter in Paarl is looking for a Technical Assistant to join their Quality team. The successful candidate will need a BSc in Food Technology and must be fully bilingual. Responsibilities include obtaining specifications, advising producers on technical aspects, ensuring post-harvest quality through pack house visits, and participating in food safety protocols. This role is essential to maintain quality in the supply chain and to assist in the implementation of new technologies.