Quality Assurance Advisor

We are seeking a quality professional with a passion for people, processing, and systems to join our fast-paced Quality Assurance team.

This is a diverse role responsible for supporting continued application and ongoing improvement of Quality & Food Safety Management Systems (Q&FSMS).

In this role you will:

Lead the investigation of NCs and verify the corrective actions to confirm effective solutions
Assist & coach company staff to enable appropriate investigations of non-conforming situations
Assist the implementation of Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs) and Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCPs) studies and ensure they remain current
Work with ‘relevant department’ managers to ensure the site PRPs & HACCP studies are used to correctly manufacture ‘Safe & Suitable’ product
Provide technical & quality management systems advice on all aspects of the Q&FSMS
Conduct risk assessments for all relevant aspects of departmental Q&FSMS (this includes but not limited to trials, design and change controls, HACCP reviews and returned material assessments etc)
Conduct internal audits and verification planning activities as required.
The successful candidate will have:

2+ years quality experience in dairy or food manufacturing environments
A relevant food technology, science or engineering degree
A fantastic attitude, coupled with sound critical thinking and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication
Advanced spreadsheet and word processing skills.
Our Values at Tatua

Co-Operative at the Core: We create shared success for our people, shareholders, customers and community
Committed to Tomorrow: We encourage innovation to forge our own path for a thriving future
Everyday Good People: We take pride in doing our best, with care and integrity
Applications close: 20 May 2026