Quality Assurance Specialist

5 days ago

Carrum Downs, Victoria, Australia Dynamic Staffing Solutions Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Quality Assurance Specialist in Carrum Downs - Melbourne
  • Must have SQF auditing experience

About Us

Based in Carrum Downs, this company provides innovative flavour solutions to the food, beverage, and nutraceutical markets across the Asia Pacific.

They are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive
Quality Assurance Specialist
who can take ownership of their quality systems and ensure their products consistently meet and exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements.

You'll be part of a team involved in developing and manufacturing a diverse range of flavour products supplied both locally and internationally.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage the company's quality assurance systems to ensure compliance with ISO, FSANZ, and international food safety standards.
  • Conduct internal audits, manage non-conformances, and drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions
  • Maintain and review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure they align with safety and compliance protocols.
  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Collaborate across departments including production, R&D, and regulatory to support consistent product quality and process efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation to support audits and regulatory inspections.
  • Promote a culture of food safety through training, regular audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure full compliance with customer requirements and applicable food safety certifications (
    SQF,
    HACCP, GMP).
  • Communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align on quality objectives and resolve issues promptly
  • Analyse trends and quality data to identify areas for improvement and support informed decision-making
  • Facilitate staff training in food safety, hygiene, and quality control procedures.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline with a focus on food safety or quality.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in quality assurance roles within food or beverage manufacturing environments.
  • Strong working knowledge of FSANZ, HACCP, GMP, ISO 9001, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Must have SQF Auditing Experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing audits, non-conformance investigations, CAPA, and Root Cause Analysis
  • High attention to detail with excellent organisational, analytical, and documentation skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for product quality and safety.

Only candidates with SQF experience and a stable work history will be considered.

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