Quality Assurance & Control (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) Join a large Australian owned iconic brand based in Lenah ValleyBe a Food Safety and Quality Culture ChampionBe empowered to lead the quality and food safety of Bega productsThe Role Our Lenah Valley site in Hobart manufactures a range of more than 50 milk, milk-based and cream products, with all products made from fresh milk sourced directly from Tasmanian dairy farms.
The site currently produces around 33 million litres of product every year, operating 6 days a week and employing around 50 people.
We're seeking a Quality Manager to lead a team of 6 technical staff ensuring effective systems are in place so that all product and processes achieve required Quality, Food Safety & Environmental standards, while meeting customer and regulatory requirements.
Also responsible for investigating and setting standards for quality, health and safety, and analysing the effectiveness of processes and quality management systems.
Responsibilities Identify, analyse, and evaluate the effectiveness of current policies and business processes that are in scope of the Quality Management System.Develop and validate complex new test methods and procedures for a product or operations segment, incorporating new technologies.Monitor quality performance to ensure continuous improvement of quality KPI's (e.g.
GMP, Corrective Action closure, consumer/trade complaints).Proactively drive improvements in systems and processes.
Recommend appropriate actions for the site and suppliers.Facilitate stakeholder engagement in relation to the implementation of strategic and operational plans for Quality, Food Safety, and the Environment.Coordinate the preparation of timely and correct reporting of matters relating to Quality and Environment.Actively participate in major site's environmental projects.About you Degree qualification in food science or strong experience in a similar role within FMCG.Experience in implementing and maintaining 3rd Party and Regulatory Quality Management Standards within an FMCG environment.Certification in HACCP and knowledge of Goods Manufacturing Practices.Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, being able to facilitate change through continuous improvement activities.Sound knowledge of laboratory, quality, and environmental management systems.The Bega Story Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands.
Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day at Bega.
Being named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company! Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day.
Life at Bega Company culture and our values are very important to us.
From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture.Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression.Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with.Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs.Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance.Applications At Bega, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve.
No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Bega.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
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