Grain Quality, Hygiene, and Pest Control Specialist (Bethal) needed at AFGRI Equipment

Description

• To manage grain quality, ensuring sufficient good-quality maize is available for the maize mills to manufacture quality products efficiently. Additionally, ensure all mills adhere to strict hygiene and pest control standards.

Requirements

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12
• Maize Grading Certificate
• PCO certificate
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in maize grading, hygiene, and pest control management in a food manufacturing environment

Key Performance Areas

Maize Stock Levels and Quality:

• Manage stock levels and ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
• Compile weekly stock and quality reports.
• Engage with silos to ensure maize quality requirements are met.
• Handle disputes and manage non-conformances.

Pest Control:

• Implement and update the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPMP).
• Plan and follow up on treatment schedules.
• Conduct inspections and audits, and compile reports.

Hygiene:

• Ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Conduct monthly hygiene inspections and follow up on actions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on new pest control technologies.
• Attend relevant meetings and audits.

Training:

• Develop and conduct training on grading, pest control, and hygiene.

Technical Competencies

• Computer literacy
• Problem-solving
• Crisis management

Behavioural Competencies

• Good work ethic
• Results-driven
• Reliable and positive
• Innovative
• Good interpersonal and supervisory skills

Closing Date:

• 22 May 2025