Embark on a compelling journey as a proactive and dynamic Quality Assurance Coordinator at our Albury facility, where innovation and excellence define our commitment to quality.
Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, you will assume a pivotal role in managing the laboratory team and functions, driving continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance performance while ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
This could be your opportunity to excel in a role integral to our operations, as you lead the laboratory team towards excellence in quality assurance, food safety, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities Strategise, supervise, and coordinate resources for laboratory functions, ensuring accurate and timely delivery. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Laboratory performance, including communication, 5S, and structured improvement. Manage Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs, including GLP, GMP, quality specification management, pest control and calibration of laboratory instruments. Oversee training of personnel in Quality, Hygiene, and GLP responsibilities. Lead and manage continuous improvement of quality assurance/control processes within manufacturing. Participate or lead manufacturing quality problem-solving activities. Control stock take, purchasing, suppliers, and budget for site and lab consumables. Maintain ISO and HACCP requirements for the laboratories and coordinate internal audits. Lead and manage the laboratory team, being the go-to person and subject matter expert for our laboratory technicians. Responsible for maintaining all process and stability within the laboratory function and for the sensory program. About You If you're a dynamic professional with exceptional leadership skills or willingness to build your leadership capability, and a passion for quality assurance and food safety, we invite you to apply to join our team!
If the following resonates with you, seize this unmissable opportunity :
Bachelor's Degree in Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. 5-8 years' experience in Quality, Production or Continuous Improvement positions in an FMCG Manufacturing environment. Qualifications in Continuous Improvement Systems (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) are advantageous. Proficiency in database systems, including SAP. You excel in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and driving collective success. You have a proven track record in driving and managing change initiatives, guiding teams through transitions with resilience and adaptability. You have a desire to lead and develop teams to achieve their full potential, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence. But why Asahi Beverages, you ask? Asahi Beverages is a leading multi-beverage organisation with a rich and varied history. Our regional head office is based in Melbourne, with sales, manufacturing and distribution centres located across Australia and New Zealand.
We produce and market some of Australia's most iconic beverage brands, including Schweppes, Pepsi Max, Gatorade, Cool Ridge, Great Northern, Carlton Draught, Vodka Cruiser, Asahi Super Dry and Allpress coffee.
We have a great track record of success, we work at pace, our teams are high-performing, and there's always a lot going on.
We're proud of who we are, and humble in how we work we believe in creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and diversity.
We offer a range of benefits such as product discounts, flexible work arrangements, health and wellness programs, and learning & development opportunities.
We are passionate about our commitment to the communities we serve and are clear on our role in enhancing environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.
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