Senior Quality Coordinator

BerryWorld South Africa is seeking a Senior Quality Coordinator to join our Technical – Quality team. This role ensures that our fruit meets the highest local and international standards, safeguarding grower compliance and protecting our global brand reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Packhouse Advisory & Grower Compliance: Act as the lead quality consultant for growers and packhouses, providing training, guidance, and on-farm inspections to uphold BerryWorld standards.


2. QC Standards & Calibration: Oversee fruit inspections, supervise third-party QC staff, and contribute to annual protocol reviews. Analyze quality data to identify trends and drive improvements.


3. Customer-to-Grower Arrival Reporting: Translate customer arrival feedback into actionable advice for growers. Investigate quality claims and implement corrective/preventative measures.


4. Learning & Development: Build expertise in QC systems, advanced Excel, and Office 365 tools. Participate in technical meetings and contribute to personal growth initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in a relevant field


• 3–5 years’ experience in fruit quality control


• 2–3 years’ experience in regional QC management/advisory


• Soft fruit industry experience (desirable)


• Advanced QC processes, data analysis, fruit specifications, and inspection protocols

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking.


• Excellent communication and advisory skills.


• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Strong relationship-building with growers and packhouses.


• Detail-oriented with a commitment to compliance and quality outcomes.


• Comfortable with extended travel and time away from home.