Quality Controller: Food Safety & Quality Champion

Moana; Porirua; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Moana New Zealand is seeking a dedicated Quality Controller to support our finfish factory operations at the Kaimoana Hub in Porirua. You will monitor processing procedures, implement quality controls, and ensure compliance with food safety standards under QA leadership.

The role requires factory experience in FMCG/fresh foods and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. A HAACP qualification is advantageous but not essential; we value reliability and teamwork in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a factory, supply or logistics environment.
• Good knowledge of health, safety, quality assurance and food safety.
• HAACP qualification advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a daily pre-operational and compliance checks to ensure the factory is able and ready to commence production at the designated time.
• Ensure quality checks carried out in accordance with the company product specifications and any third-party specifications.
• Maintain the necessary food safety standards as required by the factory’s Risk Management Plan (RMP).
• Undertake product and environmental testing as per the factory sampling schedule.
• Carry out the factory’s temperature checking programmes to ensure the required food safety standards are being met.
• Monitor and evaluate raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet quality specifications.
• Support the implantation and maintenance of quality control procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with production and management teams to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Stay updated with industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Highly organised

Team player

Process driven

Multitasking

Education

HAACP qualification

Job description

Moana New Zealand is seeking a dedicated Quality Controller to support our finfish factory operations at the Kaimoana Hub in Porirua. You will monitor processing procedures, implement quality controls, and ensure compliance with food safety standards under QA leadership.

The role requires factory experience in FMCG/fresh foods and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. A HAACP qualification is advantageous but not essential; we value reliability and teamwork in a fast paced environment.