Job Details:

Job Location: Auckland

Type: Permanent, Full time

Days required: Rotating roster, including weekends

Hours per week: 32 hours per week

Hourly Pay: $28-35 per hour

Analyses, develops and improves methods for the production, processing and preservation of existing and new food products, and sets standards for producing, packaging and marketing food.

• Support the implementation and monitoring of the Halal Assurance System [HAS] to meet certification and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate Halal certification documentation, including certificates, SOPs, production logs, and ingredient lists.
• Designated company Halal Certification Officer
• Oversee E-certificates and online portals for accreditation bodies and regulators.
• Manage the audit process workflow in CRM, including new applications and renewals.
• Schedule and manage auditor assignments and schedules.
• Studies the properties of food to support the development of new products or to improve existing food products
• Develops, manages and maintains quality systems for food processing
• Designs and improves food processing and packaging methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Ensures food safety and quality by testing and analysing samples of raw materials, ingredients and finished products
• Tests food products to ensure compliance with health regulatory frameworks and quality standards
• Develops new methods for food preservation, such as freezing, canning and drying
• Conducts research to create new food products and improve the quality, safety and nutritional value of food
• Schedule and coordinate halal certification training sessions for employees and maintain training records.
• Ensure product labelling complies with Halal standards.
• Address inquiries from stakeholders regarding Halal certification and technical requirements.
• Review risk management and food safety standards for applications.
• Stay updated on Halal regulations and industry best practices, reporting changes that impact operations
• Implement corrective actions and process improvements identified during audits.
• Coordinate internal and external Halal audits, preparing materials and addressing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure Halal compliance in operations.
• Conduct traceability exercises, risk assessments, and non-compliance investigations for tier one applications

Skills Required:

• Minimum two years’ relevant experience OR a relevant qualification

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

To Apply:

You must be either a New Zealand Citizen/Resident or on a valid visa and able to work full time.

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