Quality Engineer: Manufacturing Excellence & Validation

abbott

Waikato

On-site

NZD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Quality Engineer in New Zealand, based at the Pokeno plant in Waikato. You will oversee manufacturing quality activities, validate equipment and processes, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and ensure compliant releases.

The role emphasizes risk analyses, QMS engagement, and preventing defects across production lines. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years in a manufacturing-quality environment, with

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
Minimum 2 years in a similar position or food manufacturing.
Strong problem-solving and investigations.
Clear written and verbal communication for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Interface with Regulatory Agencies to ensure compliant product release.
Provide quality engineering support to meet manufacturing and quality requirements.
Lead in quality validations and risk analyses.
Develop quality plans, specifications, and protocols with cross-functional teams.
Identify process improvements to reduce defects and variability.
Support project timelines and ensure regulatory compliance.