Quality Control Specialist – Food Manufacturing

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (after three months)

Birthday leave

Job summary

Sherratt Ingredients in Auckland is seeking a Quality Control Officer to join the Quality Team. The role focuses on in-line monitoring, inspections, product testing, quality verification, and supporting food safety across our manufacturing operations. You will contribute to ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.

We value strong attention to detail, problem solving, and effective documentation. A background in Food Technology/Science or Quality is advantageous, with experience in

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality control or quality assurance role within a food manufacturer.
• Sound understanding of food safety, GMP, and quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily in-line quality inspections and environmental monitoring.
• Perform internal audits and food safety verification activities.
• Support inspection and release of incoming raw materials and finished products.
• Manage product test submissions and review laboratory results.
• Investigate internal incidents, supplier non-conformances, and customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Support product trials, new product introductions, and quality monitoring activities.
• Assist with supplier and customer documentation and maintain quality records.
• Support food safety and quality training activities and maintain training records.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

GMP knowledge

Education

Food Technology

Food Science

Quality discipline

Job description

Sherratt Ingredients in Auckland is seeking a Quality Control Officer to join the Quality Team. The role focuses on in-line monitoring, inspections, product testing, quality verification, and supporting food safety across our manufacturing operations. You will contribute to ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.

We value strong attention to detail, problem solving, and effective documentation. A background in Food Technology/Science or Quality is advantageous, with experience in