Quality Controller – Produce

Quality Controller – Produce | Part Time
Ko wai mātou – About us
Kia ora. We’re Foodies. You know New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square right? That’s us!
With 300+ stores and over 24,000 Foodies across Te Ika-a-Maui, our North Island Co-op has the privilege of helping New Zealanders get more out of life. Locally owned, we reflect the communities we serve, and we celebrate our people - our taonga, every day for being uniquely them.
Our Merchandise team works with supplier partners and store teams on category ranging, buying, pricing and promotions so we can get the right products on the right shelves at the right time for our customers.
Te Tūranga – About the role
We’re looking for a Quality Controller to join our Produce team and help us win in Fresh. Based in our Fresh DC (Palmerston North), you’ll play a key role in ensuring produce meets our high standards before it reaches stores. You’ll work closely with suppliers, growers, and internal teams to maintain quality and resolve issues quickly.
Work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 15 hours per week.
Carry out quality checks including temperature, brix and visual inspections
Maintain accurate records and dashboards to track quality performance
Liaise with suppliers and growers to address quality issues at source
Complete rejection notices and provide clear communication to stakeholders
Support continuous improvement of quality processes and specifications
Ngā painga – What we offer
As an internal move, you already know the value of being part of Foodies – but this is a great opportunity to:
Step into a hands-on role that directly impacts our Fresh strategy
Work closely with suppliers, growers, and cross-functional teams
Deepen your knowledge of produce quality and supply chain processes
Build strong relationships across Merchandise and Supply Chain
Grow your career and broaden your impact within the Co-op
He kōrero mōu – About you
You’re detail-oriented, organised and passionate about perfect produce. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and know how to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.

Employment type
Permanent Part Time

Work arrangement
No