Quality Assurance Manager

• Are you a career-minded Quality Assurance Manager wanting to continue your career in the FMCG/Manufacturing world?
• Do you want to work close to home in a business that is both stable and growing?
• Option to reimburse Relocation Expenses (in line with company policy)
• 491 Skilled Visa's Considered

We are excited to be looking for an enthusiastic QA Manager to join our dynamic team at our busy Dubbo Manufacturing site. This business-critical role is responsible for leading the improvement and management of the site's compliance initiatives, quality & food safety standards & the Quality Assurance Team.

More importantly, this position is key to improving quality through a clear systems-focused approach and also achieving and maintaining high levels of Quality & Food Safety awareness on the site by driving engagement at all levels. We have recently rolled out I-Leader and firmly believe that maintaining our Quality Standards begins with our Production teams - so being collaborative is essential.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager with a dotted line to the Head of Quality for ANZ, you will be working in a team that is passionate about doing things well and working together to achieve our goals. No two days will be the same, but with a team that believes in working together, you will have the support you need to ensure our equipment runs efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities in this role include:

Maintaining Quality Standards:

• Maintain and monitor Quality Assurance objectives and activities supporting and complimentary to RPFC's corporate business plan and policies.
• Design & implement the Quality & Food Safety Strategy throughout the site to support delivery of the broader business objectives & goals
• Develop, implement, maintain and enhance the Quality Assurance System and documentation.
• Lead execution, design, implementation, improvement & management of the site's hygiene, sanitation & GMP Programs

People Management:

• Facilitate a positive change culture in the workplace - You are known for leading by example and working in an office is not your preferred style. You regularly get out onto the production floor and naturally engage your team and operations to build positive and respectful relationships.

• Coordinate the training of your team to ensure a correct balance of skills is maintained and any future needs met by having clear succession plans in place.

• Provide coaching and leadership to high performers to ensure they are developing and have clear growth pathways for their career development where appropriate.
• Manage performance and disciplinary issues in line with agreed Performance Management Process.

Health, Safety and Environment:

Provide and maintain systems of work and working environments that are safe and without risks to health. This includes making proactive recommendations and offering/presenting solutions to the Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance Department Management to improve quality and work efficiency, and participate in all regulatory, third party and customer audits and inspections, and corrective action response

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Have proven QA Management experience in an FMCG business with staff management responsibilities. No two days are the same with our business operating 24/5 and at pace. Because of this pace it is expected that our QA Team keep up with and support the rate of change on site
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in Quality Systems and Internal Auditing Processes within the Food Manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability including positive interpersonal skills, ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict and stakeholder management
• Ability to lead a food manufacturing site towards quality improvement and maintain and improve those processes
• Prior experience in leading audit preparation, maintenance and improvement initiatives
• Experience in various systems and standards such as: HACCP, SQF as well as the associated documentation compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in food science, Food Technology or an equivalent or a related discipline/ Auditor qualifications highly regarded.

What We're About

Welcome to RPF, where we believe in keeping it Real.

Since 1994, we have been Australia and New Zealand's pioneers in fresher dog and cat nutrition. Our story is one of passion for a better way to care for pets, a belief in fresher nutrition, and an unwavering commitment to delivering this to pet parents and pets worldwide.

We're dedicated to fostering authentic partnerships, encouraging real ambition, and providing real career opportunities for our employees to make a difference.

Real means fresher ingredients and fresher methods. We'll never stop expanding, innovating, and trying new things. We compete in every pet category and channel, creating favourite brands such as Ivory Coat, Nature's Gift, V.I.P. Petfoods, and Love 'Em & Fussy Cat

Since the establishment of RPF, we have grown to over 900 people across Australia and New Zealand, China, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

With the pet industry growing rapidly (a $15 billion industry) and pets becoming increasingly important in our lives and homes, this is a unique opportunity to be a part of our remarkable growth story and advance your career.Why Join Us?

Do work that matters. We're pioneering in a new area of pet food, always striving for fresher. We're restless, creating a better life for our pets.

Make an impact and change the game. You won't be another 'cog in the wheel' here. We give full trust and autonomy for you to do your best work – and to make a real difference. Do you have a great idea for a new product or system improvement? We're all ears

Growing and global. We're growing fast We now have a global presence across APAC and Europe regions, and we're only getting started Work with a pack of awesome, genuine people who are passionate about what they do.

Grow your career with us. We're big believers in lifelong learning. You'll be given access to LinkedIn Learning, plus opportunities for internal mobility and leadership training to fast-track your career.

Pets are part of our family: Access our Pawrental leave when you adopt a new cat or dog, pet carer, and compassionate leave.

Generous perks including a day off for your anniversary, product discounts, volunteering days to help the community, novated leases, a rewards program, and parental leave

What's Next?If you're ready to unleash your potential and make a real difference in the booming pet industry, then we want to hear from you

Should you be successful for an interview you can expect:

• An initial phone screen followed by 2 face-to-face interviews at a minimum
• Provide contact details of 2 work related referees.
• Complete a Pre-Employment Medical. This role will require some manual handling of up to 20Kg.
• We will provide support for travel to visit our site should you be our preferred candidate, and can offer relocation support in line with our Company Policy

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity's not a buzzword here, it's in our DNA. Diverse perspectives shape our culture and make our work better. That's why we're committed to building inclusive teams that represent a variety of backgrounds and skills. If you need any reasonable adjustments, accessibility assistance, or would like to note which pronouns you use at any stage of our hiring process, just contact us at accommodations: *. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note: NO agencies will be considered during this process. We encourage you to refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles*