Produco is not a solo operator. We are a team of experienced food safety specialists who work together, back each other up, and bring the right person to every problem.
Meet Liz Maloney
National Quality Assurance Manager
Liz brings extensive leadership experience and deep industry knowledge to her role as Produco’s National Quality Assurance Manager. Having previously held senior leadership positions with Fonterra across multiple sites, she has spent her career helping teams navigate change, solve complex challenges, and achieve outstanding outcomes in quality and food safety laboratories.
Working closely alongside clients, Liz supports businesses across a wide range of quality improvement initiatives, compliance projects, and operational challenges. Whether developing new systems, leading improvement programmes, or helping teams work through complex issues, she is passionate about delivering practical solutions that create lasting results.
One of Liz’s greatest strengths is her ability to build strong relationships. Her collaborative approach, combined with a practical understanding of New Zealand’s food regulations, allows her to connect with people at every level of an organisation and guide teams through change with confidence. Drawing on experience that spans the entire food production journey—from farm to formula—she brings a broad perspective and a wealth of real-world knowledge to every project.
Liz is passionate about growing and developing the capability of people across New Zealand’s food industry. She believes New Zealand is a special place, privileged to produce some of the world’s finest food, and is committed to helping businesses uphold the exceptional food safety standards the country is recognised for globally. Together with the Produco team, she is driven by a shared passion and responsibility to ensure New Zealand’s food industry continues to lead on the world stage through strong food safety culture, capability, and continuous improvement. She finds the greatest satisfaction in seeing clients achieve their goals and being part of the journey that gets them there.
Known for her positive attitude and sense of humour, Liz believes that strong relationships, continuous learning, and a supportive team culture are key ingredients for success. Her ability to combine technical expertise with genuine care for people makes her a trusted advisor and valued partner to clients across the industry.
Why Produco
Proven Industry Experience
We’ve helped businesses across the food, beverage, dairy, meat, export, retail, and medicinal cannabis sectors solve complex compliance and food safety challenges with confidence.
Practical Solutions
We focus on clear, actionable advice and systems that work in the real world—not unnecessary complexity or paperwork.
Senior-Level Expertise
Our experienced consultants bring deep knowledge of HACCP, GFSI standards, audits, retailer requirements, and regulatory compliance.
End-to-End Support
From startups entering the market to established manufacturers managing audits, exports, certifications, and operational improvements, we’re with you every step of the way.
Commercially Focused
We understand that compliance must support business growth. Our recommendations are designed to reduce risk, improve efficiency, and help you achieve your commercial objectives.
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