Quality Assurance Lead
Essential Flavours is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to lead quality assurance and food safety systems. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement, foster a culture of safety and operational excellence, and collaborate with teams to uphold quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with relevant ISO, ANZ, and Asian food standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
* Champion Safety: Conduct audits, analyse data, and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment. Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to ensure alignment with internal safety protocols and quality practices.
* Manage Quality Systems: Develop, implement, and maintain quality systems to enhance operational efficiency and ensure product consistency.
* Collaborate for Improvement: Work closely with cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality and optimize processes.
* Document & Report: Manage and maintain quality documentation, tracking and reporting issues and their resolutions effectively.
Requirements:
* A minimum of 5 years of successful experience in a quality-related role.
* Prior experience working with SQF, FSANZ (Food Standards Australia New Zealand) standards, completing internal and external audits.
* Strong technical ability to lead quality programs including SQF, HACCP, GMP, Food Safety Programs, and internal auditing.
Benefits:
This is an on-site role. The ideal candidate must be eligible to work in Australia on a full-time basis.