Fruit Inspector

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.