Quality Assurance Technician

**Your Impact**

Join the Excitement at Asahi Beverages Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to join the quality team at our facility in Laverton. This role will see you responsible for the delivery of best-in-class quality processes, aligning your efforts with our broader business objectives for unparalleled success.

Unlock the door to a world where quality and excellence are not just goals but the foundation of our everyday operations. At Asahi Beverages, we’re not just crafting your favourite drinks; we’re curating an experience of unmatched quality. And you could be the mastermind behind it all As our Quality Assurance Technician - Manufacturing, you'll dive headfirst into a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to shine.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Coaching and training and auditing of operating staff in the level 1 team including standard checking and some calibration of equipment.
- Analysing quality information in support of level 2 team.
- Auditing QC systems and benchmarking quality performance.
- Some calibration work and auditing calibration methods.
- QA/QC systems work including custodianship of packaging laboratory standards.
- Manage the supplier non-conformance reporting system and drive continuous improvement with suppliers.
- Investigate, report and implement corrective actions for consumer and customer complaints.
- Manages QC Hold program for business unit.
- Drives SPC to develop process capability with business unit and acts on deviations.
- Monitors check sheet, sanitation compliance and CCP deviation and takes action when necessary.

**About You**:
Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights and are looking for the next challenge in your quality journey? If you’re passionate about delivering quality expertise in an environment where you'll be at the forefront of innovation and excellence in the industry, this could be the opportunity for you. If the below sounds like you, join us and become an integral part of our passionate team.
- With your degree in Food Technology, Science, or related fields, you're primed and ready to make your mark within the next step of your quality journey.
- 2-3 years of experience in quality assurance roles, preferably within the FMCG/Food manufacturing arenas.
- A strategic mind versed in SPC or similar quality capability methodologies, ready to elevate our processes.
- Experience in project/change management, navigating through the tides of transformation with ease.
- Analysis of relevant information and reporting capabilities.
- Advanced computer skills, including office package.
- Problem solving and root cause analysis.

**But Why Asahi Beverages?**

Asahi Beverages is a leading multi-beverage organisation with a rich and varied history. Our regional head office is based in Melbourne, with sales, manufacturing and distribution centres located across Australia and New Zealand. We produce and market some of Australia’s most iconic beverage brands, including Schweppes, Pepsi Max, Gatorade, Cool Ridge, Great Northern, Carlton Draught, Vodka Cruiser, Asahi Super Dry and Allpress coffee. We have a great track record of success, we work at pace, our teams are high-performing, and there’s always a lot going on. There are so many opportunities in our company for those ready to take them on

We’re proud of who we are, and humble in how we work - we believe in creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and diversity. We offer a range of benefits such as product discounts, flexible work arrangements, health and wellness programs, and learning & development opportunities. We are passionate about our commitment to the communities we serve and are clear on our role in enhancing environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.