Quality Assurance Jobs at Fonterra
Fonterra is seeking an experienced Quality Lead to join its Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) team at the Eltham Bridge Street site in Taranaki, New Zealand. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site role. The Quality Assurance Jobs at Fonterra offer opportunities to play a critical part in maintaining and enhancing quality assurance standards across dairy manufacturing operations while driving a strong culture of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Quality Lead
- Job ID: 14486
- Role Type: Quality & Safety
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
- Workplace Type: On-site
- Location: Taranaki, New Zealand
- Advertising Ends: 18 January 2026
About the Company:
Fonterra is a global dairy co-operative owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a passionate, purpose-driven workforce. Through Fonterra Oceania, the organisation operates as a fully integrated trans-Tasman business, delivering high-quality dairy products across New Zealand, Australia, and international markets. Guided by values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, Fonterra is committed to innovation, sustainability, inclusion, and creating positive impact for communities and customers worldwide.
Educational Requirements for the Quality Lead Role:
- Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Quality Management, Dairy Technology, or a related field
Key Responsibilities:
- As a Quality Lead, you must develop, implement, and maintain robust quality assurance systems and processes.
- Lead and manage quality audits to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
- Monitor quality performance metrics and implement corrective and preventive actions in the Quality Assurance jobs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align quality control with business objectives.
- Champion quality awareness and embed a culture of food safety and excellence.
- Provide technical quality expertise to projects and new initiatives
- Support continuous improvement across manufacturing and operational processes
Skills Required:
- Proven experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within manufacturing is required for the Quality Lead Role.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and quality management systems
- Leadership and influencing skills to drive quality-focused initiatives
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills are also required for the Quality Lead Role.
- Continuous improvement and a performance-driven approach
- Experience in dairy or FMCG manufacturing (preferred)
Benefits of the Quality Assurance Jobs:
- Fair and equitable pay
- Health and well-being programs, including medical and mental health support
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
- Clear career growth and internal mobility support
- Work-life balance options where possible
- Employee recognition programs
- Support for community involvement and cultural connection
- Opportunity to make a real impact on food safety and quality within a global dairy co-operative
