Antonio Ochando Martinez
About Antonio Ochando Martinez
Antonio Ochando Martinez is a Technical Field Specialist with extensive experience in quality control and automation in agricultural production processes. He has worked for various companies in quality assurance roles since 2002 and has been with Apeel since 2020.
Work at Apeel
Antonio Ochando Martinez has been employed at Apeel as a Technical Field Specialist since 2020. In this role, he focuses on on-site operations, specifically managing and controlling automation equipment in post-harvest treatment processes. His responsibilities include conducting thorough quality controls of horticultural products during production and after the application of Apeel's treatments. He has developed a proven track record in quickly resolving operational issues both on-site and remotely.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Before joining Apeel, Antonio worked in various quality control roles across several companies. He served as Responsable de Calidad at NECTALIA FIRST FRUIT SL. from 2016 to 2020, where he managed quality assurance processes for four years. Prior to that, he was Técnico de Calidad at AGROTOMY SL for seven months in 2015-2016, and at AGRICOLA PERICHAN SL for five months in 2012. His experience also includes a position at LA VEGA DE CIEZA, S.C.A. in 2014 and a long tenure at Alimer from 2002 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Antonio holds multiple qualifications in agricultural technology and quality control. He studied at Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche, achieving the title of Técnico Agrícola from 1995 to 1998. He also completed a program at CIFEA DE JUMILLA, specializing in Agroalimentary Industries and Quality Control of Fruits and Vegetables from 1991 to 1995. Additionally, he obtained a Técnico Superior de Calidad en Industrias Alimentarias certification in 2011, enhancing his expertise in quality management.
Background in Automation and Production Processes
Antonio has extensive experience in managing automation equipment within production processes. His role at Apeel involves ensuring the efficient operation of post-harvest treatment systems. His background includes a focus on quality control and operational efficiency, which he has applied throughout his career in various agricultural and horticultural settings.