Food Technologist QA/QC: Elevate Dry Ingredient Quality

Oppenheimer; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oppenheimer Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a motivated Food Technologist (QA/QC) to join our Silverwater facility. You will support development, testing and quality assurance of dry ingredients and blends, including spice blends, premixes and powders.

The successful candidate will assist with laboratory testing, product formulation, quality control, documentation and food safety compliance. This role suits a recent graduate or someone with up to five years of experience seeking growth in food tech

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related discipline.
• Recent graduates or up to five years of relevant experience encouraged.
• Basic knowledge of food chemistry, processing and QA.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, testing and improvement of dry ingredient formulations (spice blends, premixes, powders, seasonings).
• Conduct routine laboratory analyses (moisture, particle size, bulk density, solubility).
• Perform quality control checks on incoming materials, in-process materials and finished products.
• Support product development activities, pilot trials and production scale-up.
• Maintain accurate records of formulations, results and specifications.
• Prepare, review and maintain SOPs, quality manuals and specifications.
• Support shelf-life and stability studies for dry ingredients and blends.
• Ensure GMP, HACCP, allergen management and labelling compliance.
• Assist with internal audits, investigations and corrective actions.
• Investigate product quality issues and customer complaints; implement corrective actions.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to improve quality, consistency and efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory skills

Documentation and record-keeping

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline

Job description

Oppenheimer Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a motivated Food Technologist (QA/QC) to join our Silverwater facility. You will support development, testing and quality assurance of dry ingredients and blends, including spice blends, premixes and powders.

The successful candidate will assist with laboratory testing, product formulation, quality control, documentation and food safety compliance. This role suits a recent graduate or someone with up to five years of experience seeking growth in food tech