Quality Assurance Officer

**Who we are**

On any given day, 2.5 billion people globally use Unilever products to feel good, look good and get more out of life. Our products range from 400+ brands which include Dove, Lynx, Omo, Surf alongside innovative, and purpose-led brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Streets, Continental and many more, giving us a unique place in the lives of people all over the world.

A job at Unilever is a career made by you, with development opportunities, benefits and a working culture that embraces diversity. We have a proud heritage in Australia since 1919 and a thriving, sustainable business today, so there's never been a better time to join us.

At Unilever ANZ, we have also embarked on something special: we are proud to be undertaking a 4 Day work week trial. This trial will see our staff retain 100 percent of their salaries, while working 80 percent of the time and delivering 100 percent of business outcomes. The **Quality Assurance Officer** role is designed to be fully functional in the 4-Day work week trial.

**Job Summary**

We are looking for a motivated Quality Assurance Officer who will based in Minto. The role will conduct day-to-day laboratory testing of finished goods, semi-finished good and starting materials. The Quality Assurance Office will monitor all critical and quality control points within the production lines for all products being manufactured.

**Role Responsibilities will include the following but not limited to**:

- Conduct environmental and water testing
- Conduct microbiological sampling and monitoring plan
- Maintenance of testing lab consumables
- Monitoring the concentration of disinfectants used on site
- Conduct and organize the calibration and validation of lab equipment (balance,
- autoclave, FOSS equipment etc.)
- Participate in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspections and internal audits
- Participate in traceability exercises as required
- Investigate consumer complaints by liaising with cross functional teams and ensure
- respective action plans are in place
- Review and update documents and support factory validations
- Participate in Product Hold and Release management
- Participate in Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Pre-requisite plan (PRP) program

**Does this sound like You**
- Relevant or Tertiary qualification in Food Science/Microbiology/other related Science
- Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC) Experience in food manufacturing /pharma company
- Prior experience in HACCP is highly regarded
- Highly motivated with high problem-solving skills and work independently
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and ever-changing environment
- Strong time management, communication and problem-solving skills are required
- It is desirable to have a current driving license, have access to car and willing to work in morning (from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM) and afternoon shifts (10:00 AM to 6:00 AM)

**What awaits you at Unilever**

The core of Unilever’s culture is captured as Human, Purposeful, Accountable. You will be joining a dynamic, flexible, and inspiring work environment that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates your success. This is your opportunity to be part of a purpose-led business and a global community where you can progress your career both locally and internationally. You will also benefit from amazing discounts on external company products, attractive employee referral reward program amongst other benefits.

This is a great opportunity to work within an iconic and global organisation. We have gained our reputation as one of the world's most admired employers by providing an environment where individuals can achieve their goals, both professionally and personally.

Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.

This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. Interested in learning more, check out our Reconciliation Action Plan and Workplace Adjustment Policy on the Unilever webpage.