Validation and Process Engineer

Our client is a growing natural health product manufacturer based in Hastings, producing high-quality tonics, syrups, and teas. With new equipment and process changes underway, we are seeking a Process Engineer / Validation Specialist to join our production team on a part time basis. This role will ensure our manufacturing processes are validated, consistent, compliant, and optimised for quality and efficiency.
 
Role Overview This hands-on role combines process validation and engineering, with responsibility for ensuring our formulations remain on-specification, yields are consistent, and equipment performs to required standards. You will develop and document process and equipment validation, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement across production.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and optimise production processes for herbal tonics, syrups, and teas.
• Conduct process and equipment validation for new and existing machinery.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, validation protocols, and reports.
• Investigate and resolve process variances (e.g. over-yields, out-of-specification batches).
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and R&D teams to align processes with product specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Train and support operators on new processes, controls, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure consistent quality.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or related field.
• Experience in food, beverage, nutraceutical, or pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of process validation, equipment qualification, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of GMP, HACCP, or similar quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to process improvement.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Part time role for two weeks initially, moving to a few days per month on an ongoing basis.
• Be part of a values-driven New Zealand natural health company.
• Hands-on role with real impact in improving processes and ensuring product quality.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Details:
Please note: This role is not a full time position, requiring someone for approximately 2 weeks intially, followed by on-call work on an ongoing basis.  Our client is happy to accept candidates from outside the region and will pay for flights and accommodation on required dates.

How to Apply If you are have the rights to work in New Zealand, please apply online.

Sarah Coad – Division Manager
(09) 200 3125
Sarah@scitex.co.nz