Conduct routine quality inspections of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process products and finished products
Monitor production activities in accordance with company SOPs, HACCP, GMP and food safety requirements
Inspect hygiene, cleaning, labelling, batch coding and packaging during production
Carry out product sampling, retention sample management and basic quality testing
Complete and maintain QC inspection records, production records and quality documentation
Identify, label, isolate and report non-conforming materials or products
Assist with investigations relating to deviations, non-conformances and customer complaints
Monitor employee compliance with hygiene, GMP and operational requirements
Assist with internal audits, external audits and ongoing maintenance of the quality management system
Perform other quality-related duties as directed by the Quality Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine quality inspections of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process products and finished products
- Monitor production activities in accordance with company SOPs, HACCP, GMP and food safety requirements
- Inspect hygiene, cleaning, labelling, batch coding and packaging during production
- Carry out product sampling, retention sample management and basic quality testing
- Complete and maintain QC inspection records, production records and quality documentation
- Identify, label, isolate and report non-conforming materials or products
- Assist with investigations relating to deviations, non-conformances and customer complaints
- Monitor employee compliance with hygiene, GMP and operational requirements
- Assist with internal audits, external audits and ongoing maintenance of the quality management system
- Perform other quality-related duties as directed by the Quality Manager
Requirements
- Qualification in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Quality Management or a related field is preferred
- Previous QC experience in food, dairy, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments is preferred
- Basic understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety and quality control principles
- Strong attention to detail and a responsible approach to work
- Good documentation, organisation and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and general office software
- Good written and verbal English communication skills
- Ability to work in a factory and production environment
- Valid Australian working rights
