Senior Process Technologist

At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change. About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga We have an exciting opportunity to join the Lower North Island (LNI) Process Technical Team as a Senior Process Technologist (Powders), based at our Whareroa manufacturing site. While your core focus will be supporting our powders operations, this role also offers the opportunity to work across a broader range of plants within the LNI region from time to time — providing exposure to different processes, challenges, and improvement opportunities. In this role, you’ll provide expert technical support to manufacturing, helping ensure products and processes are delivered safely, efficiently, and within manufacturing and regulatory requirements. You’ll play a key role in supporting plant performance, responding to process challenges, and identifying opportunities to optimise operations and drive continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your technical expertise while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the Co-operative. You’ll be part of a highly engaged and collaborative team who work together to solve problems, deliver improvements, and create sustained value across our manufacturing network. We’re looking for a driven and technically capable individual who thrives on solving problems and improving processes. You’ll bring experience in food manufacturing or a similar environment, along with a strong understanding of process performance, variability, and continuous improvement. You’ll also demonstrate: Strong technical thinking with the ability to diagnose issues and deliver practical solutions Confidence working across teams, building relationships, and influencing outcomes A structured, data-driven approach to problem solving and decision making The ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment A passion for continuous improvement and delivering measurable outcomes Experience working across multiple sites or supporting broader programmes will be advantageous, as will a qualification in Food Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Most importantly, you’re someone who enjoys learning, sharing knowledge, and supporting others — helping to build capability and lift performance across the team. At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance: Fair and equitable pay Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support) Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible) Employee recognition Support for community involvement and cultural connection To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers A Career of Opportunities | Ngā Mahi At Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here. Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion | He Wāhi mō te Katoa Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou. Applications close at midnight on Sunday 2nd August 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr