2 Harvest Intern jobs in South Africa
Technical Manager - Post Harvest (Pome)
Western Cape, Western Cape
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Ideafruit , located in the Elgin/Grabouw/Vyeboom/Villiersdorp region, is actively involved in the packing of desciduous fruit for both local and international markets. We currently have the above-mentioned position available. Main purpose of the position: The person would be responsible for all Post-Harvest aspects of the product (Apples and Pears) impacting the commercial value of fruit through the value chain. Duties & Responsibilities: Key functions would be the management of post-harvest systems and protocol assuring quality and marketability of packed product for our customers Collaborate with releveant stakeholders to build and implement technical fruit quality and compliance systems Aligning these systems to ensure product quality and compliance according to different customers specifications To manage and interpret data on all technical aspects of fruit throughout the system in such a way that allocation of fruit into ideal protocols and regimes are possible To assess, develop and adapt these protocols and regimes of post-harvest fruit handling to protecting commercial value fruit throughout the season by maximizing packout and reducing waste To put in place systems maximising the quality of packed fresh fruit while reducing quality defects and claims in the market Ensure effective, regular communication regarding product requirements, availability, quality and other product information and seasonal trends with all stakeholders and departements Assist growers to manage harvest for optimal quality Assist with the building of variety optimisation strategies Assist with the implementation of the fruit variety seasonal plan Ensure market entry through compliance to relevant food safety and quality standards, as well as special market registrations Liaise with technical consultants when necessary to obtain specialist information for decision-making purposes, analysis of claims to determine fault and act accordingly as well as giving regular feedback thereon Daily management of Quality assurance and Quality control teams and employees, monitoring of fruit samples and reporting on deviations found from samples taken. Minimum Requirements: A BSc-Degree in FoodScience / Hortology (Post-Harvest) or Similar Tertiary Qualifications Relevant Training and Experience in Food Safety and Compliance Systems At least 5-8 years experience within the fruit & packhouse industry Intermediate MS Office skills with advanced Excel Data Analytics Relevant Training and Experience in Quality and Food Safety Systems Good data analytic, problem solving and reporting skils Strong understanding of all fruit specifications withing the various client/customer markets Ability to influence, delegate, apply good judgement and have sound decision making risk-taking skills Resourcefull and innovative in approach Strong attention to detail Marianne Rousseau receives all CVs confidentially at until Friday, 05 September 2025 . The appointment will be made in accordance to the company EE Plan. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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Junior Post Harvest Technician (Trials / Research / Product Quality / Blueberries)
7624 Paarl, Western Cape
United Exports
Posted 538 days ago
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The primary purpose of this role is to assist the Research and Development team by conducting trials and research that focuses on fruit quality, grower and sales performance with a specific focus on post-harvest development. Key Performance Outputs Trials and Research Manage trials specific to post-harvest quality focus.Develop and follow trial protocols.Ensure accurate data collection for all trials, associated research or projects. Conduct quality evaluations for all trials and projects.Present trials to growers and wider business.Attend meetings, symposiums and conferences as required.Investigate and research different avenues on previous trials. Product Quality Post-season analysis of quality issues working with direct team members and additional teams to find key reasons for success and failure amongst the grower base. Develop plans and avenues of investigation into product quality improvement accuracy.Assisting the product quality team with ad-hoc project implementation.Requirements Education/Experience Post Graduate diploma/degree in Agriculture (Quality/ Disease management/ Horticulture/ Plant Pathology).Minimum 2 years of work experience in the fruit industry.Experience in research and development environment, working with large data sets, analyzing and interpreting.Horticultural practices and a technical understanding of fruit production functions, specifically blueberries.Understanding of post-harvest fruit quality processes. Functional/Technical Essential - Valid driver's license.Excellent planning and organisational skills.Strong people-management, relationship building and interpersonal relations skills.Strong computer literacy: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Excellent communication skills; verbal and written. Ability to function independently.Ability to achieve deadlines whilst working under pressureStrong numerical and statistical interpretation skillsProactive thinking, ability to think outside the boxAbility to work with people at various levels, from farm labour to board members and investorsOpen mindedness and the ability to embrace quality improvement practices
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