Quality Assurance Specialist

15 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Everest Ice Cream Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Company Description

For more than 65 years, Everest Ice Cream has been creating moments of joy for Australians with our premium ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt. From our iconic dixie cups to family-favourite retail packs and the big tubs served across the foodservice industry, every product is crafted with passion, care, and a commitment to quality. Alongside our own much-loved brands, we proudly manufacture frozen desserts for some of Australia's biggest and most trusted household names.

Today, Everest is at a pivotal point in its story. With fresh leadership and ambitious plans for growth, we are building on strong foundations to take our ice cream to more people, through new products, new channels, and new possibilities. Innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence are at the heart of our journey – and we're just getting started.

If you're looking to make an impact with an iconic Australian brand that's entering an exciting new era, Everest Ice Cream is the place to be.

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Specialist to join our Quality team, reporting directly to the QA Manager. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food quality, compliance, and continuous improvement, and who wants to build their expertise in a growing business.

As Quality Control Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring Everest products meet the highest standards of safety, consistency, and customer satisfaction. You'll carry out routine testing, support both internal and external audits, and work closely with production teams to embed quality practices into every stage of the process.

This is a hands-on, factory-floor role with plenty of opportunity to contribute to broader quality and improvement projects as Everest continues its exciting growth journey.

Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or related discipline.
  • At least 3–5 years' experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment including Lab equipment experience.
  • Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards; SQF and export experience advantageous.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with operations teams.
  • A proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative and contribute to process improvements.
  • Ability to work on-site in Melbourne, VIC.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Why Join Us?

At Everest, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about quality, innovation, and growth. We value collaboration, continuous improvement, and the drive to make a real impact. In return, we offer a supportive environment where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of an iconic Australian brand.

If you're excited by the idea of combining hands-on responsibility with strategic influence, and you're ready to help Everest reach its next chapter of success, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Everest Ice Cream.

  • Quality Assurance Specialist

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia M&T Resources Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Hiring for Quality Assurance TesterContract - start asap until Feb'26Location- Melbourne CBDRates- $700/day incl superClient - TelcoKey ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the quality engineering strategy for AI-based applications and APIs.Design, build, and maintain test automation frameworks for frontend (Streamlit, React) and backend services.Develop and...

  • Quality Assurance

    13 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia CherryHill Orchards Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Are you passionate about Quality Assurance and Compliance, and motivated by helping teams stay aligned and meet requirements? Do you enjoy a hands-on role that involves checking quality while also working with data, refining quality control processes, and leveraging technology to drive smarter, more efficient QC operations?If this sounds like you and you're...

  • Quality Assurance Associate

    17 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Avion Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Quality Assurance AssociatePosition Title:Quality Assurance AssociateDepartment: Clinical OperationsReports to:Head of Clinical ProjectsEmployment Type:[Part-time (0.2 FTE) / Contract]Location:Australia (Remote/Hybrid/On-site options available)NOTE: MUST HAVE CRO EXPERIENCE SPECIFICALLYAbout the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality...

  • Quality Assurance Engineer

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Ippon Technologies Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Who we are Ippon is a global tech consulting firm. Originating in France, we are a group of more than 600 tech enthusiasts worldwide, guided by a collective energy and strong taste for challenge.  Ippon Australia is a team of true technologists who leverage contemporary thinking and tools to enhance the way our clients drive value. Whether it's a bespoke...

  • Quality Assurance Lead

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia tnasolutions Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    The CompanyJoin TNA, an award-winning company recognized globally for innovation and rethinking the conventional.TNA was started by Alf and Nadia Taylor as a consulting company for the food industry. Soon after, Alf Taylor invented the world's first rotary vertical form fill and seal packaging machine which revolutionized packaging speeds for snack foods....

  • Head of Quality Assurance

    6 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Country Road Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Shape the future of quality at one of Australasia's most iconic lifestyle brand houses.We are seeking a driven and experienced Head of Quality Assurance to lead and support the implementation of Country Road Group's (CRG) quality strategy across our portfolio of brands — Country Road, Witchery, Trenery, MIMCO and POLITIX.This pivotal leadership role...

  • Senior Security Technical Assurance Specialist

    18 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Launch Group Full time

    Security Technical Assurance SpecialistLocation:MelbourneTeam:Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) – Security AssuranceHybrid working:50/50 in the office$880 per day + GSTContact duration: 2 monthsStart date:27th of OctoberAbout The RoleThe Security Technical Assurance Specialist reports to the Manager of Security Assurance within the GRC & Advisory...

  • Quality Assurance Analyst

    18 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Apex Group Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully...

  • Quality Assurance Lead

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia VicRoads Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    At VicRoads the work you do has real impact. Our work connects people and communities. We keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and help them be ready for tomorrow.VicRoads empowers our people to learn and grow- focusing on impact and innovation. We reflect the diversity of Victoria and foster clever thinking to keep you and the community...

  • Quality Assurance Lead

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia VicRoads Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

    At VicRoads the work you do has real impact. Our work connects people and communities. We keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and help them be ready for tomorrow.VicRoads empowers our people to learn and grow– focusing on impact and innovation. We reflect the diversity of Victoria and foster clever thinking to keep you and the community...