Quality Assurance & Control (Science & Technology)
Full time
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More than just a name, BALTER is the sense of enjoyment you get from doing something you love, just for the thrill of it.
At Balter, we're all about celebrating that enjoyment with you, because beer is more than just a drink: it draws tribes together and is a companion to many great moments in life. We think good beer shares a lot of qualities with a good host - they are both approachable, thoughtful, and value character over currency.
Above all, both help bring a wide range of people together to get them smiling - with enjoyment.
THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL Can you manage a team of people who are passionate about building capability, who are delighted by the processes and the systems? Does your heart start to race with excitement when you're developing management programs to drive improvement in hygiene, microbiology , HACCP and GMP.
Are you someone who knows that it's about teamwork, continuous improvement and problem solving? Experienced in building and leading strategy through to execution, all the while, developing relationships with key stakeholders to influence outcomes.
Then we want you!
This position is responsible for driving the Quality and Food Safety strategy, overseeing the implementation of the requirements, policies, procedures, programs and training components to reduce risks and ensure the safety of our products for customers and consumers.
This role leads and coaches a small team (talent management, performance management, capability building, process and systems) in order to achieve the required business outputs in the most efficient and effective manner. As the specialist partner to site, you will look to continuously improve Balter compliance and alignment to Asahi Group standards and quality management systems, with site team members owning the management of site based processes and practices.
It is a senior role running a team of motivated staff that delivers outstanding service to the Brewery, and the greater Asahi group by looking after the quality standards, safety and maintenance and training of all staff. Providing leadership, expertise and direction to the Quality team and to support the Senior Management team decisions, ensuring high integrity and compliance requirements.
The team is in the enviable position of having the skills, knowledge and the desire to grow. Giving you the opportunity to encourage their success while following your own path.
Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain, in this role you will: Ensure Quality & Food Safety strategy is aligned to brewery strategy and collaboratively implemented across the brewery value chain. Lead integrated food safety management program to drive improvement in hygiene, microbiology, HACCP and GMP. Ensuring the sustainability of food safety practices to maintain and continuously improve site practices relating to HACCP. Provide support (risk assessments, data analysis, regulatory interpretations) for site on development and maintenance of the Food Safety Programs (HACCP Plans, validations, audit responses and corrective action). Manage the external Suppliers (cleaning contractors, chemical service supplier) and internal stakeholders (Brewing, Packaging, Engineering, etc) in relation to implementing and optimizing hygiene standards and work practices to prevent microbiological contamination within the brewery Participate in hygiene improvement meetings and plant wide initiatives, providing timely investigation of hygiene issues using relevant focused improvement technique Ensure risk management processes embedded within the site, by conducting risk assessments on quality and food safety issues (potential food safety hazards, HACCP deviations and recall situations) Trend, track, assess, and utilize consumer feedback (inquiries, compliments, questions, and complaints) to improve our internal manufacturing processes/programs which yield greater consumer satisfaction. Who are you You are ready to make a difference in a highly successful company and to help others to succeed. You are motivated to create your own personal growth path, and your 'can do' attitude gives you the ability to establish strong relationships with all levels in the business.
You have a strong work ethic, are self motivated, reliable and persistent. Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and do the dirty work, you also have the ability to step back to look at the bigger picture. Your excellent time management skills allow you to work effectively to deadlines and manage unexpected complexities.
You have a Bachelor degree in science with 7+ years' experience in food & beverage manufacturing, or demonstrated experience in the implementation and governance of quality management systems and food safety management. An IBD diploma or equivalent would be an advantage.
You often use problem solving and root cause analysis to develop an advanced statistical understanding to manage projects with conflicting priorities to deliver intended results.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Quality Manager?
How many years of people management experience do you have?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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