TRAFFIC
Western Cape
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - BERRIES - STELLENBOSCH
Agricruitment Limited
Job Description
Key Responsibilities 
- Quality Systems & Reporting: Own and maintain QC reporting systems (Ketendo, D6), ensuring data integrity and actionable insights.
- Resource Management & Training: Lead and train QC teams, manage third-party inspectors, and oversee seasonal planning.
- Standards & Specifications: Translate customer requirements into robust specifications, maintain SOPs, and ensure label compliance.
- Claims & Producer Communication: Evaluate claims, provide evidence-based feedback, and drive continuous improvement with producers.
- Leadership & Collaboration: Engage and develop direct reports, chair weekly quality meetings, and liaise across Technical, Sales, and Operations.
- Budget Oversight: Provide technical input for budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure compliance with financial guidelines.
- Diploma/Degree in a relevant field (essential).
- 5-7 years' experience in fruit quality control.
- 3-4 years' management experience.
- Knowledge of local regulatory requirements and the export fruit industry.
- Experience with the soft fruit industry and QC systems (desirable).
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Close attention to detail and excellent communication abilities.
- Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processes.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively during the season.
- Detail oriented with a commitment to compliance and quality outcomes.
- Comfortable with extended travel and time away from home.
About This Role
Career insights for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers positions
Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to
R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
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Service Orientation
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Coordination
Critical Thinking
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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers Insights
Median Salary (ZAR)
R42,824/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.