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Quality Lead

General Information

Date Published
05-Jan-2026
Advertising Ends
18-Jan-2026
ID#
14477
Role Type
Quality & Safety
Work Type
Fixed-Term Full-Time
Workplace Type
On-site
Country
New Zealand
Location
Taranaki

Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us
At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. 

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. 

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

He kupu mō mātou | About us
Fonterra Oceania is a fully integrated trans-Tasman business, culminating Fonterra Brands New Zealand (FBNZ) and Fonterra Australia. As one strong team, we’re focused on creating scale, driving synergies, and delivering great dairy products to consumers across New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. With a shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, performance and customer centricity, our Oceania business competes with impact across local and global markets. This role joins a team that’s helping shape the future of dairy in the region - one that’s agile, ambitious, and deeply connected to our communities and customers.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Quality Lead to join our Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) team at our Eltham Bridge Street site on a 6-month fixed term contract. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving quality assurance standards across our products and processes.

Reporting to the Food Safety & Quality Manager, you’ll collaborate closely with key stakeholders to drive a culture of continuous improvement, focusing on operational excellence and regulatory compliance. In addition to this you will:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality assurance systems and processes across the business unit
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality control measures align with Fonterra’s strategic objectives
  • Monitor performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions
  • Lead quality audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory standards
  • Champion quality awareness and foster a culture of excellence within the team and across the Co-op
  • Provide technical expertise and support to project teams, ensuring quality is embedded into new initiatives

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on food safety and quality at our Eltham Bridge Street site. You'll work with a range of stakeholders across the business and be part of a supportive, passionate FSQ community within Fonterra - where continuous learning and career development are genuinely valued.
    
Mōu | About You
We are looking for an analytical and results driven individual who has a passion for quality and safety compliance. To be successful in this role you will bring:

  • Proven experience in quality assurance or quality control within a manufacturing environment - ideally in the dairy or FMCG industry
  • Strong leadership capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to influence and engage others in quality-focused initiatives
  • In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, including HACCP, GMP, and other relevant standards
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • A proactive mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement focus
  • Tertiary qualifications in food science, quality management, or a related field (desirable)

Ngā Aura | Our Values 
At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You 
We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
  • Fair and equitable pay
  • Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Career growth support
  • Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
  • Employee recognition
  • Support for community involvement and cultural connection

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities
At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us
Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. 

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.
Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. 

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.