Quality Inspector

Aliaxis; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent day shift

Overtime opportunities

Go for Zero safety

Training and career growth

Parental leave 26 weeks

Job summary

Aliaxis in Ashburton is seeking a hands-on Quality Control professional to support product quality, compliance, and manufacturing standards on the RX Plastics site. This permanent day-shift role combines laboratory testing with on-floor inspections, sampling, and routine QC checks to ensure international, national, and company standards are met.

You will work closely with production and operations, maintain QC records, contribute to audits, and uphold safety and environmental policies while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in quality control or manufacturing.
• Certificate or Diploma in Quality Assurance.
• Strong numerical record-keeping and documentation.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain QC records using company systems.
• Perform QC testing, inspections and evaluations to meet standards.
• Record and share test results with relevant teams.
• Carry out routine QC checks to ensure product consistency.
• Take product samples and inspect during production.
• Raise quality issues and work with Production to resolve.
• Help maintain quality systems and support audits.
• Investigate customer complaints and assist with stock assessments.
• Collaborate with production and operations to maintain quality.
• Follow HSE policies and proactively address safety risks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

ISO 9001

Education

Quality Assurance certificate

Job description

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world’s water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 16,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.

As an integral part of Aliaxis – a global brand, we supply the New Zealand and Pacific markets with high-quality plastic pipes and fittings and building materials. We are proud to deliver renowned brands Marley, RX Plastics and Dynex to the New Zealand market.

We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community, and looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:

• We Dare to challenge the status quo; to innovate and to learn fast

• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other

• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions
  

About the role

This is a full-time Quality Control opportunity based at our RX Plastics site in Ashburton. This is a hands‑on quality role within a production environment, supporting product quality, compliance, and manufacturing standards.

Unlike traditional laboratory‑based QC positions, this role involves both laboratory testing and active engagement on the manufacturing floor, including product sampling, inspections, and quality checks.

This role operates on a permanent day shift schedule, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

What will you do?

• Create and maintain Quality Control (QC) records using company systems.

• Perform quality control testing, inspections, and evaluations to ensure products meet applicable international, national, and company standards.

• Record and share test results with the relevant teams.

• Carry out routine quality control checks throughout each shift to ensure product consistency and compliance.

• Take product samples and inspect products during production.

• Raise quality issues and work with the Production team to resolve them.

• Help maintain quality systems and support audits.

• Investigate customer complaints and assess warehouse stock when required to support quality investigations.

• Work closely with production and operations teams to maintain product quality.

• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

• Proactively identify Health & Safety risks and hazards and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain a safe working environment.

About you

• Previous experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Production, or a similar environment.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quality Control or manufacturing‑related role.

• A Certificate or Diploma in Quality Assurance or a related field.

• Strong numerical skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.

• High attention to detail and a proactive attitude towards problem‑solving and quality improvement.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong time management and organisational skills.

• A good understanding of quality standards, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement practices.

• A strong commitment to Health & Safety, with a practical, safety‑first approach to work.
  

Why join us?

• Permanent day shift with weekend offs.

• Uniforms are provided, and there are overtime opportunities available for those who want extra hours.

• A safe work environment with a strong focus on ‘Go for Zero’

• You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment

• Training opportunities provided to support your learning, development, and growth in the role

• Work for a business that cares about sustainability and impact

• Industry-leading paid parental leave - 26 weeks for primary carers, 4 weeks for secondary carers

• Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

• Recognition programs and service awards

• Mentoring opportunities to grow your career

• Join our global DEI council and make a difference

• Career development opportunities locally and globally