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Quality Assurance Manager

Accredited Employer · Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW · Full-time

Salary: Discussed at interview

Job description

For experienced food safety and quality professionals, the next career move should be about more than a job title. It should provide the opportunity to take genuine ownership, influence operational standards and build a long-term career within a respected Australian organisation. An established Australian food processing business is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to take responsibility for the site's quality, food safety and compliance functions at its Hunter Valley operation in New South Wales. This is an opportunity for a capable QA professional to bring proven knowledge into a highly regulated export environment, with structured support and mentoring available for someone ready to broaden their experience.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage and continuously improve site quality, food safety and compliance systems
  • Maintain Approved Arrangements and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
  • Coordinate internal, customer and regulatory audits, including DAFF requirements
  • Maintain a strong state of audit readiness across the operation
  • Lead CAPA investigations and ensure corrective actions address root causes
  • Manage non-conformances and drive sustainable improvements
  • Conduct verification activities, traceability testing and mock recalls
  • Maintain document control and ensure records remain accurate and compliant
  • Lead QA activities covering pre-operational, hygiene and process verification
  • Develop and support the site's QA team through effective leadership and coaching
  • Fulfil the Site Animal Welfare Officer responsibilities in line with AMIC requirements

Requirements

  • A qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Agricultural Science, Quality Management or a related discipline — or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience in QA, food safety, compliance or quality management within food manufacturing or processing
  • Strong working knowledge of HACCP principles
  • Experience participating in or leading audits
  • Confidence investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions
  • The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams
  • Previous experience supervising, mentoring or leading team members

Visa sponsorship: Accredited Employer Sponsorship provided.

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