Food Safety Quality Technician

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Are you a Quality advocate and Food Safety professional?

Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities?

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Food Safety Technician to join our Quality team based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

The Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion.

Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries.

These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to :

Support the FSQ department with quality risk management programme (KHMS) requirements and action plans

Investigate quality incidents, internal and external complaints, and contribute to effective outcomes

Assist in reducing customer complaints and improving right first-time production

Participate in internal audits and validation schedules

Support product sampling and testing projects

Represent the FSQ department in new product, process, or packaging developments

Provide quality module training to other departments

Ensure product released from the site meets customer and company specifications

Support production in achieving food safety and quality goals through product testing and release

Provide quality support and training to operations staff

About you :

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business

A strong technical aptitude, with the ability to quickly grasp complex concepts and make informed decisions on product quality

Experience with quality risk assessment and a keen eye for detail

High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel)

A strong sense of personal integrity and a clear understanding of right and wrong

Technical experience in the FMCG industry is preferred, and experience with BPCS is beneficial

Benefits of working with us :

Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package

Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers

Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter

Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand

In House Training Programs

Corporate Discount Programs

Ready to make an Impact?

If you are a team-oriented Food Safety professional with a strong desire to learn and grow, we encourage you to submit your application.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this posting at any time, so we recommend applying promptly.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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