Quality Controller- DMS Te Puna - Tauranga - DMS Progrowers Ltd

Description

Who
We Are

DMS is a
leading kiwifruit and avocado orchard management and post-harvest operator
based in the Bay of Plenty. Proudly locally owned and operated,
we're committed to our promise: "Increasing Grower Profit." With
packhouses in Te Puna and Te Puke, DMS consistently ranks among the top
performers in the industry.

At DMS, we
believe our people are our strength. We're a supportive, down-to-earth team
that values initiative, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

Our
Core Values:

Together We Achieve | Positive Attitude | Show
Initiative | Passion for Success | Consistent Customer Focus | Our People's Wellbeing

The
Role

We're
looking for a motivated, detail-focused Quality Controller to join our quality
team at DMS Te Puna.

Reporting
to the Site Quality Manager, you'll be responsible for monitoring, sampling,
and recording product quality to ensure every tray of fruit leaving our
packhouse meets the highest DMS, Zespri, and NZ Avocado standards. You'll work
closely with production, grading, and packing supervisors to maintain
consistency, compliance, and operational excellence.

This is a
fast-paced role that requires a sharp eye, sound judgement, and strong
teamwork—especially during the busy harvest season.

What
You'll Be Doing

• Carry out sampling and monitoring of
  kiwifruit and avocados to meet DMS, Zespri, and NZ Avocado standards.
• Communicate quality results clearly with
  production, grading, and packing supervisors.
• Support the site team to achieve quality,
  grade, and reject-rate targets.
• Maintain accurate documentation and
  records in line with BRC, Zespri, and AsureQuality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Health &
  Safety policies and help maintain a safe working environment.
• Provide guidance and support to seasonal
  staff, setting the standard for quality and teamwork.
• Participate in internal and external
  audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What
You'll Bring

• Previous experience as a Quality
  Controller or in a similar quality-focused role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  in data recording.
• Excellent communication and teamwork
  skills.
• Effective time management and ability to
  work under pressure during peak season.
• A positive, energetic, and can-do
  attitude.
• Flexibility with working hours during the
  harvest period (March–June).

Preferred:

• Experience within the kiwifruit or
  avocado industry.
• Knowledge of Class 2 systems and Avocado
  quality standards.
• CCP 2–5 qualifications (or working toward
  them).

Why
Join DMS?

• Supportive
  team culture – you'll be
  part of a friendly, professional crew that values teamwork and respect.
• Great
  industry reputation – work with a
  top-performing post-harvest business that's locally owned.
• Competitive
  pay and benefits, including health
  insurance and bonus opportunities.
• Career
  growth – gain valuable industry
  experience and ongoing development in quality and compliance.

If you're passionate about quality, love working as
part of a team, and want to be part of a business that values excellence, apply
today and join the DMS whānau.