Quality Controller Position – 2025 Harvest Season
Location | Lower Moutere, New Zealand |
Date Posted | 28/09/2024 |
Category |
Apples and Pears
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Job Type |
Expressions of Interest
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Number of Roles Available | 1 |
Start Date | 2025/01/27 |
End Date | 2025/06/30 |
Starting Rate | TBA |
Description
Wratten Orchards Limited is an owner/operated apple orchard located in the Tasman Region, which grows and packs quality apples for international markets. Wratten Orchards is a family oriented, multi-generation, kiwi-owned company that has been supplying apples to market for over 60 years.
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team for the upcoming Apple Season.
We're seeking an experienced Quality Controller to be a key player in our 2025 Harvest season. This role is full-time and fixed-term but could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate. Kicking off in February 2025 and wrapping up when the harvest concludes in June. If you have a strong background in pip-fruit quality management and enjoy working collaboratively, we'd like to connect with you.
What We Value:
- Demonstrated expertise in Phytosanitary Procedures and pest identification
- Solid experience with sampling and inspection techniques
- In-depth understanding of Exporter requirements and grading standards
- Familiarity with GFSI, Global Gap, and HACCP protocols within a packhouse environment
- Knowledge of OAPs for China & Taiwan
- Insight into MPI MAO standards for exports
- A systematic and organized approach to work
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication abilities
Tech Savvy: Comfortable handling data entry, navigating quality management software, and using basic office applications.
Working Hours: Standard hours are 7:30 AM to 5.00 PM, Monday to Friday, with Saturday hours from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Eligibility: Applicants must provide photo ID and proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand. You must be currently residing in NZ.