Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Quality Assurance Technologist will be responsible for both Wet and Dry Quality Assurance Testing of Raw Materials and Finished Goods.
Work Location : Murarrie - Brisbane
Reporting to : Quality Manager
Key responsibilities
1. Required to perform routine QA tasks as outlined in the Quality Policies Manual and associated procedures and work instructions. This includes but is not limited to the following:
2. Finished product bench testing
3. CCP verification checks
4. Input QA data into SAP System as part of the positive release
5. Raise NC and block stock. Follow up on non-conforming stock as required
6. Complete internal daily calibration
7. Complete Temperature Checks for Chillers
8. Raw Material Releasing and COA Reviews
9. Maintain QA retain procedures for sample
10. Undertake other related activities as may be required
11. Assist in shelf life testing for Finished Goods and Raw Materials
12. Assist with Shelf Life Validation Program
13. Investigate, record and notify any and all production incidents/ issue during shift as required
14. Assist in Finished Good Allergen validation
15. Micro/Gluten Sample Packing were required for shipment to 3rd party testing laboratory. This also includes completion of submission forms
16. Water and airplate testing when required
17. Working closely with the production team members to ensure compliance to the Kerry Quality Systems
18. Continual improvement of products and quality systems
19. Assist in individual problem resolutions
20. Internal auditing – participate in internal audits of the Site Quality System following the direction of the QS Team and assist in routine GMP/Bucket Walks
21. Ensure that Laboratory equipment and cleanliness are maintained to the highest possible standard
Qualifications and skills
22. Diploma/Degree Level Food Science Qualification or relevant laboratory and/or industry experience
23. Appropriate experience in food laboratories
24. Window based computer systems
25. SAP Experience
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