Technical Assistant

Reference: 10526 SJ
Consultant: Sone Johnson

Job Description:

  • Verifying the producers and clients comply to all requirements and regulations.
  • Collecting, filing, and updating producer accreditations.
  • Perform quality control for table grapes, pomegranates, stone fruit and citrus products in orchards and at packhouses.
  • Following up with overseas clients regarding information/documentation related to producers as requested by them.
  • Responsible for ensuring that packaging material specifications meet client requirements/standards and that these are communicated to and implemented by the producers.
  • Supporting producers to ensure they order the correct packaging material on time.
  • Liaising with packaging material suppliers regarding orders for buffer stock and managing the buffer stock.
  • Assist the Technical Manager and marketing team on administration.
  • Technical support to producers.
  • Assist producers with the audits.
  • Collect, file and update all Producer accreditations
  • Follow up with consignee’s regarding all Due Diligence information.
  • Assist with the IFS audit.

Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Agriculture Viticulture, or in any Agricultural related fields.
  • Formal training in handling and implementing Due Diligence, Global Gap, HACCP, IFS, and all relevant accreditations
  • More than 2 years of experience in the relevant field.
  • Experience in table grapes and pomegranates will be advantageous

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.