Quality Assurance (QA) Coordinator
Gold Coast Bakery | Full Time | Quality & Compliance
Location: Gold Coast, QLD
Monday to Friday
Join a values-driven bakery committed to quality, safety, and innovation
Are you passionate about food safety and quality excellence?
Join a team where your attention to detail and proactive mindset will make a real difference in producing high-quality baked goods for customers across Australia.
Gold Coast Bakery is seeking an experienced and hands-on Quality Assurance Coordinator to support our production team by ensuring our products, processes, and facility meet the highest standards of food safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
About the Role
As QA Coordinator, you’ll work closely with production, warehouse, and compliance teams to oversee daily quality assurance activities. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining our food safety programs (HACCP, GMP, allergen management), supporting audits, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a strong quality culture across the site.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Conduct daily QA inspections of raw materials, in-process and finished goods
* Monitor hygiene, GMP, allergen control, traceability, and labelling compliance
* Maintain QA documentation, checklists, and records for audits
* Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Provide on-the-floor quality and food safety guidance to operations
* Assist in audit preparation and participate in internal and external audits
* Deliver or support QA training across departments
* Communicate quality standards and expectations site-wide
What You'll Bring
* Certificate or Diploma in Food Science, QA, or similar (or equivalent experience)
* 2–3 years’ experience in a QA role within food manufacturing or FMCG
* Solid understanding of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards (SQF, BRC, or ISO 22000)
* Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to QA in a production setting
* Clear communication, teamwork, and time management skills
* Calm, professional, and proactive in managing quality challenges
Why Join Gold Coast Bakery?
At Gold Coast Bakery, we are more than just a factory – we are a family-owned business with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We believe in supporting our people, investing in training, and building a culture of excellence.
You’ll be joining a company that values your input, encourages innovation, and celebrates doing things the right way – every day.
Ready to Elevate Your QA Career?
If you're a detail-oriented quality professional with a hands-on mindset and a passion for food safety, we’d love to hear from you.