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Quality Controller- Seafood business63809306620545110

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Quality Controller- Seafood business

Ko wai tātou | Who We Are: Moana New Zealand is the largest Māori owned kaimoana and kai ora company in New Zealand. We are true guardians of the world’s most pristine and sustainably managed fisheries, with a deep sense of responsibility to our people and respect for kaimoana and kai ora. Our Inshore business is focused on fin fish which come from the pristine waters surrounding New Zealand. Right from the time of catch, up until the time of dispatch, we have processes and systems in place to ensure our premium fish remain in prime condition until it reaches our customers across Aotearoa and internationally. In operation for over 30 years, all our sites operate to the highest standard of food safety compliance, and we are proud that we have developed lasting relationships with many of our independent fishermen and employees who are at the heart of our business. Mō te tūranga | About the Role We have a newly created full time Quality Controller role available to support our finfish factory operations at the Kaimoana Hub in Porirua. This is a critical role, which play an important role in ensuring our premium seafood products meet the highest standards of food quality and safety. Under the direction of the Production Manager & QA, Compliance & Health & Safety Lead you will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the fish processing procedures, implementing quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies. Key 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. This role is a culture champion, promoting best in class quality assurance, compliance and food safety across operations. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? This role offers a great opportunity for a reliable, focused and hardworking professional to gain experience in a dynamic industry; fisheries and grow their skills and experience in quality control and compliance. You must have previous work experience working in a factory, supply and/or logistics environment ideally in FMCG/Fresh Foods/Fisheries and/or manufacturing. With a solid knowledge of health, safety, quality assurance and food safety you will have an exceptional attention to detail, be highly organised and a genuine multitasker. As a friendly and professional person, you will pride yourself on your ability to build trusted relationships and credibility with people at all levels. You must be process driven, keen to learn and a team player. Whakapā Mai | Contact us Welcome your application of interest. Please send your resume and application letter recruitment@moana.co.nz and in the subject box please put the job title. Applications close 3 October 2025.

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Quality Controller

Ko wai tātou | Who We Are: Moana New Zealand is the largest Māori owned kaimoana and kai ora company in New Zealand. We are true guardians of the world’s most pristine and sustainably managed fisheries, with a deep sense of responsibility to our people and respect for kaimoana and kai ora. Our Inshore business is focused on fin fish which come from the pristine waters surrounding New Zealand. Right from the time of catch, up until the time of dispatch, we have processes and systems in place to ensure our premium fish remain in prime condition until it reaches our customers across Aotearoa and internationally. In operation for over 30 years, all our sites operate to the highest standard of food safety compliance, and we are proud that we have developed lasting relationships with many of our independent fishermen and employees who are at the heart of our business. Mō te tūranga | About the Role We have a newly created full time Quality Controller role available to support our finfish factory operations at the Kaimoana Hub in Porirua. This is a critical role, which play an important role in ensuring our premium seafood products meet the highest standards of food quality and safety. Under the direction of the Production Manager & QA, Compliance & Health & Safety Lead you will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the fish processing procedures, implementing quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies. Key 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. This role is a culture champion, promoting best in class quality assurance, compliance and food safety across operations. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? This role offers a great opportunity for a reliable, focused and hardworking professional to gain experience in a dynamic industry; fisheries and grow their skills and experience in quality control and compliance. You must have previous work experience working in a factory, supply and/or logistics environment ideally in FMCG/Fresh Foods/Fisheries and/or manufacturing. With a solid knowledge of health, safety, quality assurance and food safety you will have an exceptional attention to detail, be highly organised and a genuine multitasker. As a friendly and professional person, you will pride yourself on your ability to build trusted relationships and credibility with people at all levels. You must be process driven, keen to learn and a team player. Whakapā Mai | Contact us Welcome your application of interest. Please send your resume and application letter recruitment@moana.co.nz and in the subject box please put the job title. Applications close 3 September 2025.

Porirua, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Quality Co-Ordinator

We're seeking a practical, detail-driven Quality Co-Ordinator to join our team, ensuring the highest quality standards in the production of cardboard boxes. You'll be the go-to person for quality control, food safety, and compliance, working closely with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to uphold industry standards and meet customer expectations. This role is hands-on, so you'll need a resilient, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to address quality issues directly. If you're analytical, organised, and thrive on improving processes, you'll fit right in. What you'll be doing * Maintain and improve quality management systems (ISO 9001, 22000) * Conduct inspections, audits, and manage food safety compliance * Oversee the quarantine/rework process and manage internal defect systems * Analyse data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives * Keep training records, SOPs, and documentation up to date * Train and support staff on quality and food safety procedures Why you'll want to join us * Competitive pay, with potential to go permanent after 3 months * Monday to Friday, flexible start/finish (8:00am-5:00pm) * Work in a role with real influence over quality outcomes * Supportive, down-to-earth team environment What we're looking for * Experience in a quality-related role (packaging or food industry preferred) * Strong knowledge of quality control processes, tools, and software * Ability to communicate effectively across all levels, from factory floor to management * A proactive problem-solver with strong attention to detail * Comfortable in a busy, practical, hands-on environment If you're ready to take ownership of quality and compliance in a fast-moving manufacturing setting, apply now or contact Emily at 0800 178 233 / 06 353 8002 for any questions. We will contact those shortlisted for the opportunity. Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Horowhenua District, Manawatū-Whanganui Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary