This organisation is a leading player in the Australian food and beverage industry, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality products and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and compliance. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction, the company supplies a diverse range of ingredients to major food manufacturers and retailers across the country.
The business fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, encouraging professional growth and continuous improvement at every level. As the company continues to expand, it remains dedicated to upholding its reputation for quality and integrity and is looking for a quality leader to join the business.
About the Role
The Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring that all food and beverage ingredients comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with cross-functional teams, this role oversees the development and maintenance of quality management systems in line with ISO, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
Key duties include ensuring adherence to all relevant food safety standards, managing internal and external audits, investigating quality issues, and implementing corrective actions. The role also involves collaborating with various departments to maintain ingredient quality, training staff on quality protocols, monitoring quality metrics, maintaining thorough documentation for traceability, and staying informed about industry trends and regulatory changes to drive continuous improvement and uphold product integrity.
Skills & Responsibilities
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in quality assurance, compliance, or food safety within the food and beverage industry.
- Strong knowledge of ISO standards, HACCP, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in audit management, risk assessment, and supplier quality control.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to train and influence teams.
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Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emily Gough on 0428 057 051 or via email at egough@sharpandcarter.com.au
