Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: We&#x27;re looking for a motivated intern to support our Release and Quality teams across our Pōkeno manufacturing site and or Auckland office for a 10-week paid internship. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in data, technology and process improvement to gain practical experience working on projects that help improve the way we manage quality information and reporting. You&#x27;ll support a range of automation and reporting initiatives, helping identify opportunities to improve processes and make better use of data. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Supporting the automation of Certificate of Analysis (COA) reviews for raw materials.</li><li>Assisting with the automation of COA generation for finished products.</li><li>Supporting the automation of Trade Document (TD) reviews.</li><li>Helping develop and improve Power BI reporting for Pōkeno Quality dashboards, including daily, weekly and monthly reporting.</li><li>Supporting improvements to our Change Management programme.</li></ul> What You Will Bring<ul><li>Currently studying Data Management, Data Analytics, Information Systems or a related discipline.</li><li>Comfortable travelling between our Auckland office and Pōkeno manufacturing site as required.</li><li>An interest in automation, data analysis and business process improvement.</li><li>Ideally, some exposure to Power BI, Excel or other data management tools.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and a logical approach to analysing information.</li><li>Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.</li></ul> What You&#x27;ll Gain<ul><li>Hands-on experience within a leading New Zealand dairy and nutrition business.</li><li>The opportunity to work on real automation and process improvement projects.</li><li>Exposure to Power BI, quality reporting and data management.</li><li>The chance to apply your academic knowledge to real business challenges.</li><li>Valuable industry connections and practical experience to support your future career.</li></ul> Apply Now We&#x27;d love to hear from students who are keen to learn, bring fresh ideas and gain hands-on experience with The a2 Milk Company.

The a2 Milk Company

Internship - Release and Data Projects

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Based at Pokeno, and working closely with the Supply Chain Manager, you&#x27;ll be responsible for leading canning production planning, finished goods inventory management and S&amp;OP activities across our manufacturing operation. You&#x27;ll play a key role in ensuring Corporate demand requirements are translated into achievable production plans, balancing manufacturing capacity, inventory levels and customer service requirements. Working closely with Corporate Demand Planning, Production, Procurement, Warehousing and Quality, you&#x27;ll help ensure products are available in the right quantities at the right time while optimising supply chain performance. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Developing and managing short, medium and long-term canning production plans, including daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.</li><li>Managing finished goods inventory strategies, stock targets and safety stock levels to optimise inventory and minimise excess or ageing stock.</li><li>Leading canning and finished goods planning inputs into the monthly S&amp;OP process, identifying demand, supply and capacity risks.</li><li>Coordinating packaging material requirements, warehouse capacity and logistics planning to support production schedules and domestic and export demand.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement across production planning, forecasting, inventory management and supply chain processes.</li></ul> What you will bring:<ul><li>At least 5 years&#x27; experience in Production Planning, Supply Planning, S&amp;OP or Supply Chain Management.</li><li>Proven experience managing production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong finished goods inventory management experience, including stock optimisation and inventory planning.</li><li>Experience balancing customer demand, production capacity and inventory requirements.</li><li>Advanced ERP and planning systems experience, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across multiple business functions.</li><li>A tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related discipline would be advantageous. APICS, CPIM or equivalent qualifications are desirable.</li></ul> What we offer<ul><li>Medical, Life &amp; Income Protection Insurance.</li><li>Annual Bonus.</li><li>A supportive team culture with learning and development opportunities.</li><li>Free breakfast and lunch provided in our onsite cafeteria.</li><li>Subsidised gym membership.</li><li>Social club.</li></ul> Apply now If this sounds like you, please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone screening.

S&OP Manager

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Reporting to the Lead Hygienist and based at our Pōkeno manufacturing site, you will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day cleaning and sanitation across the plant, ensuring all areas are maintained to the required hygiene standards. You&#x27;ll play an important role in supporting our production teams and maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic manufacturing environment. No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Completing daily cleaning and sanitisation of manufacturing areas, including redline zones, production corridors and airlocks.</li><li>Supporting production operators with cleaning activities to maintain high hygiene standards across the plant.</li><li>Carrying out scheduled weekly and monthly cleaning of HVAC and air handling units.</li><li>Maintaining cleaning equipment, tools and stock levels of cleaning consumables.</li><li>Cleaning shared administration and engineering areas, including kitchens and floors.</li><li>Supporting additional cleaning requirements and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.</li></ul> What you will bring:<ul><li>A reliable and hands-on approach, with pride in maintaining a clean and organised workplace.</li><li>Good attention to detail and the ability to follow cleaning procedures and instructions.</li><li>A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.</li><li>Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work alongside different teams.</li><li>Good time management, punctuality and a commitment to getting the job done.</li><li>Previous experience in a manufacturing, food processing or FMCG environment would be an advantage but is not essential.</li><li>NCEA Level 3 or equivalent is preferred.</li></ul>

Hygienist

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Reporting to the Logistics Manager and based at our Pōkeno manufacturing site, you will lead the inventory function, overseeing inventory governance, accuracy and optimisation across our supply chain operations. Leading a team of two Inventory Controllers, you&#x27;ll be responsible for ensuring inventory integrity, improving stock visibility and driving efficient inventory management practices. You&#x27;ll work closely with teams across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality and Technical to balance stock availability, service levels and working capital, while identifying opportunities to improve processes and performance. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Leading and developing a team of Inventory Coordinators, setting clear expectations and driving team performance.</li><li>Overseeing inventory accuracy, governance and stock control across all site storage locations.</li><li>Leading investigations into inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.</li><li>Developing inventory optimisation strategies to reduce excess and obsolete stock while maintaining service levels.</li><li>Monitoring inventory performance, analysing trends and preparing reports and recommendations for senior leadership.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including ERP and warehouse management system enhancements.</li><li>Working with internal stakeholders and third-party logistics providers to improve inventory processes and supply chain performance.</li><li>Ensuring inventory processes meet relevant health, safety, regulatory and audit requirements.</li></ul> What you will bring:<ul><li>At least 5 years&#x27; experience in inventory management, supply chain, warehousing or logistics.</li><li>Proven experience leading a team, with the ability to coach, develop and manage performance.</li><li>Strong knowledge of inventory management, stock optimisation and inventory control processes.</li><li>Advanced ERP system capability, with strong reporting, data analysis and inventory KPI management skills.</li><li>Experience leading process improvement initiatives and implementing more efficient ways of working.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across different business functions.</li><li>A strategic and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify risks, solve problems and turn data into practical business improvements.</li></ul>

Inventory Lead

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Based at Pokeno, you&#x27;ll be responsible for leading our Powder manufacturing team and overseeing day-to-day production operations. You&#x27;ll focus on ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently, maintaining high standards of quality and food safety, and driving improvements across the operation. Working closely with other site teams, you&#x27;ll support production performance while developing and building capability within your team. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Leading day-to-day powder manufacturing operations, ensuring production plans, volumes and performance targets are consistently achieved.</li><li>Driving a strong health, safety and wellbeing culture, ensuring critical risk controls, safe operating practices and employee training requirements are maintained.</li><li>Ensuring manufacturing processes meet required quality and food safety standards, working closely with Quality to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Monitoring production performance, including productivity, yield, waste and controllable costs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce losses.</li><li>Leading, coaching and developing production leaders and employees to build a capable, engaged and high-performing team.</li></ul> What you will bring:<ul><li>At least 10 years&#x27; experience, with strong manufacturing and operational leadership capability within a dairy manufacturing environment. Experience in infant formula manufacturing and spray drying is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong understanding of production processes, manufacturing operations and process control.</li><li>Demonstrated experience leading health and safety, quality and food safety standards within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience driving operational performance, productivity, yield improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Strong people leadership capability, with experience coaching and developing frontline leaders and building accountable teams.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills, with the ability to use operational data to drive performance.</li><li>Confident using ERP, production management and other manufacturing systems.</li></ul> What we offer:<ul><li>Medical, Life &amp; Income Protection Insurance.</li><li>Annual Bonus.</li><li>A supportive team culture with learning and development opportunities.</li><li>Free breakfast and lunch provided in our onsite cafeteria.</li><li>Subsidised gym membership.</li><li>Social club.</li></ul> Apply now If this sounds like you, please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone screening.

Production Manager - Powders

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: We&#x27;re looking for a motivated Manufacturing &amp; Production Engineering intern to join our Blending &amp; Canning team at our Pōkeno manufacturing site for a 10-week paid internship. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing and process improvement, working directly with our production teams to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance. You&#x27;ll be involved in practical projects focused on understanding production processes, analysing data and identifying ways to reduce downtime and improve how we operate. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Conducting time studies on changeover times between different product batches and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.</li><li>Reviewing machine setting change times and investigating ways to reduce downtime.</li><li>Assisting with the collection and analysis of production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Reviewing existing manufacturing documentation and identifying opportunities to simplify or improve processes.</li><li>Working closely with the manufacturing team to support practical process improvements.</li></ul> What You Will Bring<ul><li>Currently studying Production, Engineering, Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis or a related discipline.</li><li>An interest in manufacturing processes, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good attention to detail and confidence working with data.</li><li>A practical approach and willingness to work alongside people on the production floor.</li></ul> What You&#x27;ll Gain<ul><li>Hands-on experience within a leading New Zealand dairy and nutrition business.</li><li>The opportunity to work directly with manufacturing and production teams.</li><li>Exposure to real manufacturing processes and continuous improvement projects.</li><li>The chance to apply your academic knowledge to practical business challenges.</li><li>Valuable industry connections and experience to support your future career.</li></ul> Apply Now We&#x27;d love to hear from students who are keen to learn, bring fresh ideas and gain hands-on experience with The a2 Milk Company.

Internship - Manufacturing

Work from Home

Inclusive Workspace

Care and Appreciation

Fruit Box

Company Supplied Technology

Paid Volunteer Leave

Referral Bonuses

Performance Bonus

Company Discounts

Employee Discounts and Rewards

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. About the role: Reporting to the Head of Strategic Sourcing and based in our Auckland CBD office, you will play an important role in supporting our Strategic Sourcing team across both Direct Materials and Indirect Spend. This is a hands-on role that combines sourcing coordination, procurement administration, data analysis and supplier management. You’ll work closely with our Sourcing Managers to support sourcing projects, maintain strong procurement processes and provide the data and insights needed to make informed commercial decisions. Importantly, this role also provides an opportunity to grow into greater sourcing and category ownership. As you build your knowledge of our business, suppliers and categories, there will be scope to take ownership of selected lower-spend categories and lead sourcing activity through to delivery. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Coordinating RFI, RFQ, RFP and tender processes, including supplier communications, documentation, evaluations and follow-up.</li><li>Supporting sourcing projects across Direct Materials and Indirect Spend, working closely with the Sourcing Managers and key stakeholders.</li><li>Conducting spend, supplier, pricing and market analysis to identify opportunities and support sourcing decisions.</li><li>Preparing sourcing, savings, supplier performance and procurement reports, dashboards and analysis.</li><li>Maintaining accurate supplier master data, pricing, contracts and procurement records across our ERP and procurement systems.</li><li>Supporting supplier onboarding, qualification, compliance and performance management activities.</li><li>Tracking commodity indices, market trends and supplier pricing to support sourcing and commercial decisions.</li><li>Supporting procurement governance, policy compliance, audit readiness and process controls.</li><li>Contributing to process improvement and data quality initiatives across the Strategic Sourcing function.</li><li>Over time, taking ownership of selected lower-spend categories, developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships and delivering commercial outcomes.</li></ul> About you: You’re an organised, analytical and commercially minded team player who is an innovative thinker and hungry learner, with a genuine interest in developing your sourcing capability and taking on greater ownership over time. You’ll bring:<ul><li>3–5 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain or commercial support.</li><li>Experience supporting RFI, RFQ, RFP or tender processes.</li><li>Strong Excel and analytical skills, with Power BI experience advantageous.</li><li>Experience with ERP or procurement systems and supplier data management.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Confident communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive mindset and interest in developing towards category ownership.</li><li>FMCG, food manufacturing or dairy experience and MCIPS would be advantageous.</li></ul> If you’re looking for a role where you can build your sourcing experience, work across a broad range of categories and gradually take on more ownership, this is a great opportunity to join the a2 Milk Company at an exciting point in the evolution of our Strategic Sourcing function.

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Join our Quality team at our Auckland office for a 10-week paid internship, where you&#x27;ll gain practical experience supporting global quality systems, documentation and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working within a global Quality function, supporting initiatives that help maintain consistent quality standards, documentation and processes across our business. You&#x27;ll work alongside the Global Quality team on a range of projects involving quality management systems, documentation, training coordination and reporting. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Supporting the review and standardisation of Global Quality Management System (QMS) documentation within Veeva.</li><li>Coordinating documentation updates and improvements across different business functions.</li><li>Assisting with updates and rollout of the Global Quality Manual.</li><li>Supporting the implementation and monitoring of Global Quality Strategy initiatives.</li><li>Helping coordinate quality-related training activities and maintaining training records.</li><li>Assisting with quality metrics reporting, trend analysis and continuous improvement projects.</li><li>Preparing presentations, reports and communication materials for global stakeholders.</li></ul> What You Will Bring<ul><li>Currently studying Food Science, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related discipline.</li><li>An interest in quality management systems and continuous improvement.</li><li>Strong written communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Confidence working with documentation, data and different stakeholders.</li><li>Good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.</li></ul> What You&#x27;ll Gain<ul><li>Hands-on experience within a leading New Zealand dairy and nutrition business.</li><li>Exposure to a global Quality function and its management systems.</li><li>The opportunity to work on projects involving documentation, quality strategy and continuous improvement.</li><li>Experience collaborating with stakeholders across different business functions.</li><li>Valuable industry connections and practical experience to support your future career.</li></ul> Apply Now We&#x27;d love to hear from students who are keen to learn, bring fresh ideas and gain hands-on experience with The a2 Milk Company.

Internship - Global Quality Management Systems

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: If you&#x27;re studying Food Science, Food Technology or Chemistry and have an interest in quality assurance and food safety, this is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with our Quality team at our Pōkeno manufacturing site for a 10 week paid internship. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in food safety, quality assurance and manufacturing, working alongside experienced professionals and applying your academic knowledge to real-world projects. You&#x27;ll support a range of quality and food safety initiatives, helping the team with data collection, documentation and training materials. More specifically, you will be involved in:<ul><li>Supporting the development of Quality Monitoring Scheme documentation for our Release team.</li><li>Assisting with the collection and review of raw milk temperature data for validation activities.</li><li>Supporting data collection for our Environmental Monitoring Programme.</li><li>Helping develop PowerPoint presentations and training materials covering GMP and food safety.</li><li>Working with different teams across the site to support quality and food safety initiatives.</li></ul> What You Will Bring<ul><li>Currently studying Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.</li><li>An interest in food safety, quality systems and manufacturing.</li><li>Good attention to detail and confidence working with data and documentation.</li><li>Strong communication and organisational skills.</li><li>A willingness to learn and work collaboratively with different teams.</li></ul> What You&#x27;ll Gain<ul><li>Hands-on experience within a leading New Zealand dairy and nutrition business.</li><li>The opportunity to work alongside experienced Quality and Food Safety professionals.</li><li>The chance to apply your academic knowledge to real business projects.</li><li>Practical skills and experience to support your future career.</li><li>Valuable industry connections and exposure to the food manufacturing industry.</li></ul> Apply Now We&#x27;d love to hear from students who are keen to learn, bring fresh ideas and gain hands-on experience with The a2 Milk Company.

Internship - Quality Projects

Our Story: We’re excited to share that our business has recently joined the a2 Milk Company family. Formerly known as Yashili Dairy NZ Ltd, we are now operating as a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited, based in Pokeno. The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. About the role: We’re looking for a practical and people-focused Health, Safety &amp; Injury Management Coordinator to join our team at our Pōkeno manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role where you’ll help create a safe and healthy workplace, with a strong focus on injury management, rehabilitation and return-to-work coordination. You’ll work closely with team members, frontline leaders and external providers to support recovery, manage risks and strengthen our health and safety practices across the site. Working alongside the Health, Safety &amp; Environment Manager, you’ll also support incident investigations, health and safety systems, reporting, worker engagement and continuous improvement initiatives. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Coordinating workplace injury management, rehabilitation and return-to-work plans, supporting team members through recovery.</li><li>Working with leaders, ACC and health providers to develop suitable duties and support safe, sustainable returns to work.</li><li>Providing practical health and safety support across manufacturing, warehousing and engineering, including hazard identification and risk assessments.</li><li>Supporting incident investigations, health and safety systems, reporting, audits and corrective actions.</li><li>Supporting safety inductions, toolbox talks, worker engagement and critical risk controls.</li><li>Maintaining accurate health and safety records and identifying injury trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>Experience coordinating workplace injuries, rehabilitation and return-to-work processes.</li><li>A practical understanding of health and safety requirements and risk management in an operational environment.</li><li>Experience working with ACC, medical professionals or rehabilitation providers.</li><li>Strong communication, documentation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and priorities.</li><li>Confidence supporting incident investigations, health and safety reporting and corrective actions.</li><li>A high level of discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.</li><li>Experience in manufacturing, food production, dairy or FMCG would be an advantage.</li><li>A Level 4 or higher qualification in Workplace Health and Safety, or equivalent, is preferred.</li></ul>

Health, Safety & Injury Management Coordinator

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: Reporting to the Quality Release Lead and based at our Pokeno manufacturing site, you will support the day-to-day assessment and release of raw materials and packaging materials, helping ensure they meet the quality standards required by a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited. Working closely with our Supply Chain, R&amp;D, Manufacturing and Technical teams, you&#x27;ll review quality documentation, coordinate laboratory testing, manage material non-conformances and support MPI transfer documentation. This is a great opportunity to contribute to quality assurance within a busy infant formula and dairy powder manufacturing environment. This role is on a fixed term contract until June 2027. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Reviewing Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and assessing raw materials and packaging materials for release.</li><li>Coordinating laboratory testing, following up on results and recommending additional sampling where required.</li><li>Managing material non-conformances, working with suppliers on investigations and recommending appropriate usage decisions.</li><li>Monitoring recurring quality issues and escalating trends to Procurement.</li><li>Supporting foreign ingredient certificates and raising, approving and managing transfer documents through the MPI Trade Certification Platform.</li><li>Reviewing Certificates of Analysis to ensure customer requirements are met.</li><li>Preparing and updating quality documentation as required.</li><li>Supporting quality improvement projects and contributing to quality team objectives.</li></ul> What you will bring <ul><li>2–3 years&#x27; experience working in a laboratory or Quality team, ideally within the infant milk formula, dairy or food manufacturing industry</li><li>A broad understanding of food processing and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).</li><li>Knowledge of food science, food microbiology and prerequisite programmes.</li><li>An understanding of material and product release processes.</li><li>Knowledge of MPI transfer documentation processes would be an advantage.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to assess quality issues and recommend appropriate actions.</li><li>Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, suppliers and external laboratories.</li><li>A proactive, can-do attitude, with the flexibility to adapt to changing operational requirements and support the wider team when needed.</li></ul>

Quality Project Officer

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: We’re looking for two Production Operators to join our powder manufacturing plant in Pokeno, working in our depalletizer area. This is a critical role at the start of the production process, helping ensure materials are prepared and available to support the manufacture of infant formula. This is a full-time position, working a minimum of 42 hours per week. We currently run 24&#x2F;7 and the roster pattern is 4 days on days (12-hour shift 6am - 6pm) 4 days off, then 4 nights on (12-hour shift 6pm - 6am) therefore, you must be available to work both day and night shifts. Key responsibilities <ul><li>Operate plant machinery efficiently and safely.</li><li>Follow all quality, food safety and health and safety requirements.</li><li>Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately and consistently.</li><li>Take samples as required and complete relevant checks.</li><li>Prepare formulations accurately, following the required procedures and safety standards.</li><li>Assist with routine and shutdown maintenance as directed by the Supervisor.</li><li>Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.</li><li>Participate in continuous improvement activities relating to health and safety, SOPs and operational performance.</li></ul> About you We’re looking for people who are mechanically minded, detail-oriented and quick to learn. Above all, you’ll be a team player with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a commitment to working safely and following procedures. <ul><li>Hold a current, valid forklift licence – this is essential for the role</li><li>Able to read and write clearly and perform basic mathematical calculations, with a strong focus on accurate documentation.</li><li>Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg.</li><li>Comfortable standing for extended periods and working 12-hour shifts, including nights.</li><li>Mechanically minded, with the ability to learn new processes and operate equipment.</li><li>Reliable, punctual and able to travel to our Pokeno site for rostered shifts.</li><li>A team player with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to safety and quality.</li><li>NCEA Level 3 or an equivalent qualification is preferred.</li><li>Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.</li></ul>

Production Operator - Powders

Our Story: We’re excited to share that our business has recently joined the a2 Milk Company family. Formerly known as Yashili Dairy NZ Ltd, we are now operating as a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited, based in Pokeno. The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: We’re looking for 5 Production Operators to join our powder manufacturing plant in Pōkeno. You’ll work across different production processes, operating equipment and helping ensure we meet production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, food safety and health and safety. We’re looking for reliable, hands-on people who are quick to learn, work well in a team and take pride in doing a job well. This is a full-time position, working a minimum of 42 hours per week. We currently run 24&#x2F;7 and the roster pattern is 4 days on days (12-hour shift 6am - 6pm) 4 days off, then 4 nights on (12-hour shift 6pm - 6am) therefore, you must be available to work both day and night shifts. Key responsibilities <ul><li>Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.</li><li>Follow quality, food safety and health and safety procedures.</li><li>Monitor production and complete checks and documentation accurately.</li><li>Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).</li><li>Assist with cleaning, maintenance and continuous improvement activities as required.</li></ul> About you <ul><li>Reliable, punctual and a strong team player.</li><li>Mechanically minded, practical and willing to learn.</li><li>Able to read, write and perform basic maths.</li><li>Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg.</li><li>Comfortable working 12-hour day and night shifts.</li><li>Previous manufacturing experience is an advantage.</li><li>Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.</li></ul>

Production Operator

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. About the role: Based at our Pokeno manufacturing site and reporting to the Quality Lead – Canning, you’ll help ensure our manufacturing processes consistently meet food safety, quality and regulatory requirements. You’ll be responsible for completing daily quality checks, supporting investigations into non-conformances and working closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to maintain high standards across the site. This is a full-time, shift-based role working 12-hour shifts on a four days on, four days off roster, including night shifts and weekends. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Completing daily quality verification activities, including line clearances, product changeovers and line start-ups.</li><li>Monitoring compliance with HACCP, RMP, OMAR and internal quality procedures, including investigating and documenting non-conformances.</li><li>Coordinating environmental monitoring, product tracebacks and quality reporting.</li><li>Supporting internal audits, SOP development, production trials, refresher training and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>At least 2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or within a Quality team.</li><li>A sound understanding of HACCP and quality systems, with knowledge of food safety and health and safety practices.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with good computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.</li><li>The ability to work independently, collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams, and identify opportunities to improve processes.</li><li>Experience in dairy powders, infant formula manufacturing, regulatory or customer audits, or continuous improvement would be an advantage.</li></ul>

Quality Technologist

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: This is a key leadership role within our Pokeno Quality function, reporting to the Site Quality Manager. You’ll take ownership of the site’s quality systems and compliance framework, ensuring our Quality Management System is effectively implemented and that the factory meets all regulatory, customer and certification requirements. Leading a small team, you’ll work across the factory to drive quality performance, strengthen compliance, manage regulatory requirements and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Leading the implementation and ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System across the Pokeno factory.</li><li>Establishing quality systems, processes and routines that support regulatory compliance and zero-defect performance.</li><li>Leading internal audits and verifying the effective implementation of quality management systems.</li><li>Managing the site change management process, ensuring actions and change proposals are effectively tracked and closed.</li><li>Leading product compliance across ANZ, including finished goods specifications for base powder and can products.</li><li>Managing MPI regulatory updates, including gap and risk analysis and appropriate follow-up actions.</li><li>Managing new product certifications and documentation required for overseas export markets and customer requirements.</li><li>Driving the timely closure of compliance gaps using problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.</li><li>Raising and reviewing exception reports and ENCs, and liaising with MPI to support appropriate gap closure and disposition.</li><li>Developing and delivering quality training and capability initiatives across the site.</li><li>Leading continuous improvement programmes focused on quality systems, operational standards and consumer expectations.</li><li>Leading and developing a small team, setting clear expectations and supporting a high-performance quality culture.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>Strong experience in a food, dairy or infant formula manufacturing environment.</li><li>Minimum 1 year of infant formula or dairy manufacturing experience, with broader manufacturing experience highly desirable.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, HACCP, RMPs and prerequisite programmes.</li><li>Experience working within a dry blend and&#x2F;or spray drying manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience with quality auditing, regulatory compliance and product specifications.</li><li>A tertiary qualification in Food Science or a related discipline is preferred.</li><li>Strong computer literacy and the ability to work confidently with quality systems and documentation.</li><li>Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to set standards, provide direction and develop others.</li><li>A structured and organised approach, with strong problem-solving and continuous improvement capability.</li><li>The ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including manufacturing teams, customers and regulatory bodies.</li><li>NCEA Level 2 or equivalent qualification.</li></ul>

Systems & Compliance Manager

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: As part of our Quality team at our Pokeno site, this role reports to the Systems and Compliance Manager and plays an important role in maintaining and continuously improving our Quality Management System. You’ll help ensure the site meets regulatory, customer and certification requirements while supporting a strong culture of quality and compliance across the factory. This is a hands-on quality systems role where you’ll work closely with teams across the site to maintain quality standards, identify and close compliance gaps, and drive continuous improvement. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Supporting the implementation and ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System and site quality standards.</li><li>Managing site quality documentation, including processes, forms, training records and document reviews.</li><li>Leading internal audits, verifying compliance and driving the timely closure of audit findings and gaps.</li><li>Supporting regulatory and certification requirements, including export certifications and MPI requirements.</li><li>Preparing and maintaining finished goods specifications and supporting product compliance activities.</li><li>Driving problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality performance.</li><li>Supporting regulatory updates, risk assessments and gap analysis, including liaising with MPI and external customers where required.</li><li>Developing and delivering quality systems training to support compliance across the site.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>Experience working in a food, dairy or infant formula manufacturing environment.</li><li>Minimum 1 year of infant formula or dairy manufacturing experience.</li><li>Experience with quality systems, auditing, HACCP, RMPs and prerequisite programmes.</li><li>Experience in a dry blend and&#x2F;or spray drying manufacturing environment is highly desirable.</li><li>A tertiary qualification in Food Science or a related discipline is preferred.</li><li>Strong computer literacy and the ability to manage quality documentation and systems.</li><li>A structured and organised approach, with strong attention to detail and a focus on getting things done.</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively across a manufacturing environment and build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem solving, continuous improvement and closing compliance gaps.</li><li>NCEA Level 2 or equivalent qualification.</li></ul>

Quality Systems & Compliance Specialist

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: We’re growing our warehouse team and have 6 opportunities available at our Pokeno site – 4 Warehouse Operators and 2 Senior Warehouse Operators. These are hands-on roles supporting the safe and efficient movement of materials and finished products across our manufacturing site. You’ll be involved in receiving, storing, picking and dispatching goods, while maintaining a high standard of accuracy, safety and cleanliness. A current forklift licence and proven forklift operating experience are essential for all positions. You will also need to be flexible and available to work a rotating roster of day and night shifts. For the Senior Warehouse Operator roles, we’re looking for people who can bring additional warehouse experience, strong organisation and the ability to take ownership of daily warehouse activities. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Loading and unloading trucks and safely moving products around the warehouse.</li><li>Operating a forklift to stack and move pallets of powders and canned products.</li><li>Picking stock accurately in line with internal orders and production requirements.</li><li>Receiving and dispatching goods, ensuring products are checked for damage and handled appropriately.</li><li>Preparing orders for safe and timely delivery.</li><li>Recording stock and product movements accurately using warehouse and ERP systems.</li><li>Keeping the warehouse clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements.</li><li>Working closely with the wider warehouse and production teams to meet daily targets and deadlines.</li><li>For Senior Operators, taking greater ownership of warehouse activities and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day operations.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>Previous warehousing or logistics experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>A current forklift licence and proven forklift operating experience – essential.</li><li>Availability and flexibility to work a rotating roster of day and night shifts – essential.</li><li>Good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.</li><li>Strong organisation and time management skills.</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>A reliable, team-focused approach and willingness to learn.</li><li>For the Senior Warehouse Operator roles, additional warehouse experience and the ability to work with a high level of ownership.</li><li>Experience with an ERP or warehouse management system, particularly Microsoft Dynamics NAV, would be advantageous.</li><li>The ability to work in a physically active role.</li></ul>

Warehouse Operator

Our Story: The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet. The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. The role: As Shift Manager – Blending &amp; Canning, you’ll play a key role in leading our production team at our Pokeno manufacturing site. You’ll be responsible for driving safe, efficient and high-quality production across the Blending &amp; Canning areas, while developing a high-performing team and identifying opportunities to continually improve plant performance. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll work closely with the Production Manager and wider site leadership team to deliver daily production requirements, maintain strong safety and quality standards, and drive improvements across people, processes and equipment. More specifically, you will be involved in: <ul><li>Leading and developing a team of up to 18 direct reports, including performance, engagement, training and capability development.</li><li>Driving daily production performance against key measures including safety, quality, efficiency, waste, rate and OEE.</li><li>Ensuring production processes, food safety requirements and quality systems are consistently followed and maintained.</li><li>Leading daily team meetings and working with production teams to identify and resolve issues affecting output and performance.</li><li>Using Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving approaches to identify root causes and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitoring manufacturing data, work orders and variance reports to identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste.</li><li>Working closely with maintenance and site services teams to ensure equipment reliability and preventative maintenance activities support production requirements.</li><li>Supporting a strong safety culture by identifying hazards, managing incidents and ensuring corrective actions are followed through.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for plant systems and supporting improvements across production, traceability and efficiency reporting systems.</li></ul> What you will bring: <ul><li>Previous experience leading teams within a manufacturing or production environment, ideally with 2+ years in a leadership role.</li><li>Experience working within food manufacturing, with knowledge of quality and food safety systems.</li><li>Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement and structured problem solving.</li><li>Strong understanding of health and safety practices within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience working with dairy powder and&#x2F;or infant formula powder would be highly desirable.</li><li>Strong communication and people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and hold team members accountable.</li><li>A practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving and time management skills.</li><li>Good computer literacy and confidence working with manufacturing data and systems.</li></ul>

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