Job Description

Job Title: Fruit Processing Consultant

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (On-site)

Company: Kapil Agro Research Station

Department: Food Processing & Value Addition

Reporting To: Executive Director / Project Head

Salary: Based on experience and project scope

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fruit Processing Consultant to provide technical, operational, and strategic guidance in setting up and optimizing fruit processing, value addition, and product development units. The consultant will assist in feasibility studies, process design, equipment selection, quality assurance, and compliance with food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

Conduct feasibility and techno-economic studies for fruit processing and value addition projects.
Design processing flowcharts for key fruits (e.g., mango, guava, custard apple, papaya, pineapple, etc.).
Recommend suitable processing technologies -- pulping, dehydration, juice extraction, freezing, or canning.
Guide in equipment selection, plant layout, and capacity optimization.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for processing, packaging, and quality control.
Provide input on product formulation, preservation techniques, and shelf-life enhancement.
Advise on government schemes, subsidies, and approvals related to food processing (MOFPI, APEDA, FSSAI).
Train staff on hygiene, food safety, and process efficiency.
Assist in market linkage, branding, and value-added product development (purees, RTS beverages, jams, etc.).
Ensure environmental and waste management standards are met during operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in food technology, Food Processing, Agricultural Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 2-more than 10 years o of experience in fruit processing or food industry consultancy.
Strong knowledge of fruit handling, preservation, and processing technologies.
Familiarity with FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 standards.
Experience in setting up small to medium-scale fruit processing units preferred.

Skills Required

Technical expertise in fruit processing equipment and process design.
Ability to assess cost-benefit and project viability.
Strong communication and training skills.
Knowledge of Indian fruit value chains and export standards.
Innovative thinking for new product development and by-product utilization.

Contract Type

Consultancy / Part-time / Full time
Remuneration: Based on experience and project scope
Interested candidates contact below: kavyac@kapilgroup.com-8096910263

With Regards,

Kapil Group.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person