Quality Assurance Officer

Quality Assurance Officer

As a Quality Assurance Officer, you will be out on the floor, ensuring our food safety and quality processes are world-class. You'll be our champion for continuous improvement, working closely with our operations and production teams to keep everything running smoothly and safely. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality in the food industry, this is the perfect role for you!

This role is based in Karawatha, Brisbane, and reports to the Quality Assurance Manager. You will:

• Be on the factory floor, monitoring the work of our Quality Controllers and operations team.
• Conduct daily Critical Control Point (CCP) audits and quickly raise corrective actions for any breaches.
• Be the guardian of general plant Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards through regular inspections.
• Conduct pre-operational checks after cleaning to ensure our equipment is sparkling and ready to go.
• Investigate non-conforming products, figure out the root cause, and follow up to make sure our fixes are effective.
• Keep detailed, up-to-date records of all QA activities and prepare daily handover reports for the Quality Manager and the next shift.
• Help train our production and packing staff on quality and safety procedures.
• Be involved in other key verification activities like internal audits, calibration, and sanitation checks.

You have:

• At least 1 year of experience working in the food industry.
• Solid knowledge of food safety principles, including HACCP.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills - you can clearly explain issues and solutions (both written and verbal).
• An excellent ability to analyze problems and find practical, solutions-oriented answers.
• A strong work ethic, professionalism, and the resilience to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus points for a Food Science/Technology Degree or related qualification, and knowledge of a GFSI standard.

What you'll get in return:

• The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth.
• Free access to Headspace HelloFresh Academies - internal learning & development.
• A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries.
• Company discount - 70% off HelloFresh & 40% off Youfoodz.
• Onsite gym at the facility.

Start Date: Immediately available - Can wait a notice period.

Duration: Permanent full time role. You must have the right to work full-time in Australia.

Location: Karawatha, Brisbane - Parking On site.

Salary: Competitive salary & employee benefits.