PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position will service Del Monte customers and internal operations by providing technical expertise related to the post-harvest handling, ripening, distributing, warehousing, and merchandising of Del Monte products. In this role, will also conduct evaluations/reports of Quality Assurance (QA), Research & Development (R&D), Production, and Packaging trials.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Train and advise North American customer base and company personnel regarding proper receiving, ripening, warehousing, shipping, retailing, and merchandising practices for all products.
- Coordinate advisory meetings with customers and company personnel, focusing on improving distribution center profitability, quality, and operational efficiency. Follow each meeting with a written report detailing recommendations.
- Conduct training and informational seminars for internal company divisions and Del Monte Fresh Produce customers.
- Conduct field level evaluations of QA, R&D, Production, and Packaging trials. Provide detailed written reports and analysis of each trial.
- Implement Technical Service training programs at the customer level.
- Assist with QA functions as needed at North American Ports or Distribution Centers.
MINIMUM SKILLS REQUIRED:
- 4 year College Degree (Food Science, Agriculture or similar) from an accredited institution.
- Proficiency with most MS Office software (i.e. Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical and communication skills (e.i. written and verbal).
- Strong math and science skills.
- Ability to lift 40lb boxes of produce overhead.
- Approximately 75% travel required.
PREFERRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:
- Bi-lingual: Spanish and English.
- Produce, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control related work experience.
- Knowledge of production, transportation, distribution, and post harvest handling of fruits and vegetables.
- Experience in tropical product production and QA at the farm or port level.
- Knowledge of statistics and technical writing.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR RELOCATION EXPENSES.
DEL MONTE FRESH PRODUCE IS AN EEO/AA/V/H
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