Posted on: 5/28/2023
Quality Assurance Supervisor, Kilcoy Global Foods, Kilcoy QLD, Australia
Job No: KGF895
Location: Kilcoy, Queensland
ABOUT US
As a rapidly growing world-class organisation with a global footprint spanning every step of the food journey – join us to create food the world loves to eat!
Our people are innovative, with a diversity of expertise, working together with our customers to create value at every opportunity.
We are constantly looking for problem solvers who combine creativity with passion in our quest in to deliver fresh, natural, and convenient food solutions across the globe.
About the role
Reporting to the Quality Manager and working closely with the Operations team you will have an integral role in developing, planning and implementing Quality Assurance programs to ensure the consistent delivery of quality products.
Location: Kilcoy
YOUR RESPONSILBITIES
Assist in updating and continuous improvement of the Quality and Food Safety Program
Participate as an active member on the HACCP team contributing to scientific knowledge and assessment of risks.
Ensure compliance with specifications, food standards and procedures and liaise with Operations team and site Leadership team to ensure that finished product is of the highest quality and safety and meets legal-customer requirements.
Manage the document control program for all quality related programs. Ensure that all the GMP, CCP, RCP & QCP records are completed and verified daily, and any discrepancies addressed promptly.
Trend and monitor business KPI’s and those parameters as required by auditable standards.
Ensure that the verification schedule is up to date, including product’s internal and external testing and assessment.
Make sure the calibration schedule is maintained and the required validation activities are conducted on a timely basis.
Assist in investigating customer complaints, conducting root cause analysis for nonconformance and risk assessments as required.
Manage the traceability program and assist in conducting traceability and mock recall exercises.
Manage the shelf-life testing program for all products.
Ensuring products for export meet importing country requirements. Review regulations and updates and communicate to key stakeholders on an ongoing basis
Carrying out supplier non-conformances and customer complaint investigations
Developing and implementing food safety and quality training
Lead and motivate a team of quality professionals
You will bring with you:
3+ years' experience in Quality, food manufacturing environment
Have sound knowledge and working experience with food safety systems such as HACCP and GFSI Quality Systems
Understanding of the QA requirements in a manufacturing environment
Experience in developing and maintaining Food Safety systems and Quality Assurance programs
A positive and friendly attitude
Ability to work well in a team-based environment.
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Dedication and commitment to quality and compliance principles
Experience / Qualifications Required
Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment
Experience with ILeader software highly desirable
Qualifications in HACCP and Quality Management
Experience of AusMeat and Halal certification highly regarded.
Quality systems development
Intermediate Microsoft office
Unlimited working rights within Australia
BENEFITS
Full Time employment with flexible options
Access to discounted premium meat
An organisation where cultural diversity is celebrated
Salary Continuation Insurance cover
Access to discounted health insurance
This is a long-term career opportunity, working for an enterprise business with Corporate Offices on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. We have recorded business growth of 20% year on year with sales in excess of $1.8 billion. We are committed to building a work environment that fosters an agile plus flexible workplace and where employee wellbeing is paramount.
If you are looking to join a company that promotes innovation, is a leader in industry and champions success, then apply now.
We are an equal opportunity employer and make every effort to select the best qualified individual for the job based on job related qualifications and experiences. Some of the information we collect via your application form and resume is “personal” information as defined by the Privacy Act. All information provided via your application form and resume is treated as confidential.