Quality Technologist

The a2 Milk Company; Pokeno; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The a2 Milk Company at the Pokeno manufacturing site seeks a full-time Quality team member to ensure food safety, quality and regulatory compliance. You will perform daily quality checks, support investigations into non-conformances and collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to uphold site standards.

Experience in dairy powders or infant formula manufacturing is advantageous; strong communication and record-keeping are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or within a Quality team.
• Sound understanding of HACCP and quality systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily quality checks, line clearances and line start-ups.
• Support investigations into non-conformances and document findings.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring, product tracebacks and quality reporting.
• Assist internal audits, SOP development, production trials and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Quality systems

Record keeping

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Job description

Our Story:

The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.

The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy.

About the role:

Based at our Pokeno manufacturing site and reporting to the Quality Lead - Canning, you’ll help ensure our manufacturing processes consistently meet food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

You’ll be responsible for completing daily quality checks, supporting investigations into non-conformances and working closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to maintain high standards across the site.

This is a full-time, shift-based role working 12-hour shifts on a four days on, four days off roster, including night shifts and weekends.

More specifically, you will be involved in:

• Completing daily quality verification activities, including line clearances, product changeovers and line start-ups.
• Monitoring compliance with HACCP, RMP, OMAR and internal quality procedures, including investigating and documenting non-conformances.
• Coordinating environmental monitoring, product tracebacks and quality reporting.
• Supporting internal audits, SOP development, production trials, refresher training and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will bring:

• At least 2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or within a Quality team.
• A sound understanding of HACCP and quality systems, with knowledge of food safety and health and safety practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with good computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• The ability to work independently, collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams, and identify opportunities to improve processes.
• Experience in dairy powders, infant formula manufacturing, regulatory or customer audits, or continuous improvement would be an advantage.