Quality controller – permanent role

We’re looking for a reliable and detail-focused Quality Controller to join our team at DMS Pukepack in a permanent, year-round role. This role is based at our packhouse, just out of Te Puke. This role may be required to cover our night shift during our peak season (approx. March – June) as our business operates both a day shift and a night shift.

This is a hands-on position where you’ll be responsible for checking fruit quality and making sure packing meets required standards.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carry out fruit sampling and quality checks.
• Make sure fruit meets required standards (ZIL, MPI, Nutrikiwi, DMS).
• Complete CCP checks and verifications.
• Record results clearly and accurately.
• Share quality results with grading, packing, and production teams.
• Work with the Quality team to achieve the best quality outcomes.
• Follow food safety (BRCGS) and Health & Safety requirements.

Please note that flexibility is important as you may help with other tasks when required especially in our non-peak season.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable and able to follow processes.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic to good computer skills.
• Able to work well in a team and in a fast-paced environment.

It would be a bonus if you have the following but for the right candidate training can be provided:

• Experience in kiwifruit or a similar industry.
• Previous Quality Control experience.
• Zespri CCP qualifications (Levels 2–5).
• Experience/qualifications in other quality and compliance program (e.g. MPI or Class 2 program).
• Understanding of food safety and compliance systems.

If this is ticking boxes for you, please apply now with your CV.