Technical Advisor

United Phosphorus Ltd

Visalia, California, United States
On-site
Technical advice on fruit and vegetable handling
Postharvest expertise
Pathogen control methods
DECCO, a UPL company, is the global leader in providing postharvest solutions to reduce food waste and enhance the freshness of fresh fruits and vegetables

Job Summary

  • DECCO, a UPL company, is the global leader in providing postharvest solutions to reduce food waste and enhance the freshness of fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • The Technical Advisor provides technical advice/consultation to all stakeholders in the citrus/stone/vegetable (CSV) value chain, including growers, packers, and shippers.
  • This role involves coordinating field trials, making product and treatment recommendations, and ensuring application protocols are followed to maximize fruit and vegetable quality.

Matching Summary

DECCO, a UPL company, is the global leader in providing postharvest solutions to reduce food waste and enhance the freshness of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • technical advice on fruit and vegetable handling
  • postharvest expertise
  • pathogen control methods
  • biological testing and analysis
  • field trials coordination

Nice-to-have

  • continuous improvement mindset
  • collaboration and communication
  • innovation and problem-solving
  • knowledge sharing and training

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Plant Science, Pathology, Agronomy, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience
  • Experience conducting research and trials on agricultural commodities
  • Pest Control Advisor’s license from California DPR within 12 months

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