Quality Control Manager (Citrus Industry)

Our client, a leading Citrus operation, is seeking to employ an experienced and knowledgeable Quality Control Manager to join their dynamic team based in Kirkwood (Eastern Cape).
5 or more years integrated exposure
Knowledge of citrus industry
A relevant B-Degree (M+3) (Plant pathology, Microbiology, Food Science) at a recognized and SAQA accredited university will be advantageous.
An awesome career opportunity awaits!

 

Summary of the role:
The role of the Quality Manager is to provide citrus quality guidance to the packing facility and ensure food safety compliance.

 

Qualifications :
Grade 12 (Umalusi national senior certificate)
A relevant B-Degree (M+3) (Plant pathology, Microbiology, Food Science) at a recognized and SAQA accredited university will be advantageous.
 

Key Performance Areas:

Food Safety – BRC:
1. Manage, train and monitor the Food Safety Team
2. Manage, implement, maintain and auditing of the Food Safety System
3. Monitor and advise on performance of the Food Safety System.

Fruit Quality:
4. Manage, train and monitor the Quality Team
5. Monitoring and communication of all fruit quality standards to ensure the final product meets requirements and standards
6. Manage inspections of quality personnel
7. Liaise with managers and staff in the company to ensure the Quality System is functioning properly
8. Develop, implement, maintain and improve quality systems
9. Ensure compliance with packing guide 

 

Knowledge & Experience:

Applicable quality management experience, preferably in fruit agriculture.
5 or more years integrated exposure
Knowledge of citrus industry
Knowledge of the fruit agricultural industry
BRC training and experience
HACCP training and experience
AVCASA will be an advantage
Internal Auditing Training and experience
Good understanding of agricultural exports
Extensive understanding of the portfolio of Quality Management
General business acumen
Product knowledge and product ranges
Intermediate usage of Microsoft Office
 

Skills Required:
Facilitation, Coordination & Analysis
Liaison & Communication
Excellent client relationship building skills
High capacity to represent the brand
High degree of client engagement
Ability to multitask
Remain attentive in an often-busy environment
Be naturally calm and focused
Be versatile if participation in other types of activity is required
Managing an integrated team
 

Behavioural Competency Requirements :
Achievement/Results driven
Flexibility
Initiative
Responsible
Integrity
Stress tolerance (resilience)
Verbal and written communication
Conflict management
Team leadership / People management
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Planning & Organising
Analytical and critical thinker,
Information Seeking