FMCG QA Lead — QMS, CAPA & Compliance

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Annual bonus potential

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FMCG Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality control efforts in Queenstown. You will develop and maintain QA programs, manage audits, CAPAs, and drive continuous improvement across production, R&D, and procurement, ensuring regulatory compliance and product safety.

The role requires a strong background in QMS, regulatory knowledge, and leadership to foster a culture of quality and customer trust within a major FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in FMCG.
• Proven experience implementing and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards for FMCG.
• Experience in auditing, risk assessment, and CAPA implementation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with QA software and standard office apps.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive QA programs for all FMCG products.
• Ensure compliance with national and international quality standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP).
• Lead QA team and provide training to maintain high performance.
• Oversee incoming material inspections, in-process checks, and finished product testing.
• Investigate customer complaints and CAPA, tracking effectiveness of actions.
• Collaborate with Production, R&D, and Procurement to embed quality across the lifecycle.
• Maintain quality documentation and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Stay current on evolving quality standards and best practices.

Skills

Quality Management

Auditing

CAPA

Team Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Quality Management Software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FMCG Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality control efforts in Queenstown. You will develop and maintain QA programs, manage audits, CAPAs, and drive continuous improvement across production, R&D, and procurement, ensuring regulatory compliance and product safety.

The role requires a strong background in QMS, regulatory knowledge, and leadership to foster a culture of quality and customer trust within a major FMCG environment.