Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the improvement and management of our site's compliance initiatives, quality & food safety standards & the Quality Assurance Team.
About Us:
We are a leading manufacturer of premium pet food in Australia and New Zealand. Our mission is to provide high-quality products that meet the nutritional needs of pets while being gentle on their digestive systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and monitor Quality Assurance objectives and activities supporting and complimentary to our 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.
Requirements:
* Proven QA Management experience in an FMCG business with staff management responsibilities.
* 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 Offer:
* A competitive salary package.
* Opportunities for career advancement.
* A dynamic and supportive work environment.
* Access to ongoing training and development programs.