QA Coordinator: 3-Month Dairy Quality Lead & Audits

Evolve Scientific; Lismore; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Quality Assurance Coordinator for a leading dairy production site in NSW on a full-time, 3-month contract with potential extension. You will oversee QA systems, support labs, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer, regulatory and industry standards.

As central quality contact, you will lead audits, manage Hold & Release, and mentor laboratory staff, ensuring environmental hygiene and food safety across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience in QA within food manufacturing.
• HACCP, GMP and food safety regs experience.
• SQF Practitioner or equivalent is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the site's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead HACCP reviews and ensure ongoing compliance with HACCP plans.
• Coordinate and participate in external certification, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Lead internal quality and GMP auditing programs.
• Manage the site's Hold & Release program.
• Oversee environmental monitoring and provide guidance on cleaning and hygiene programs.
• Investigate quality incidents, non-conformances, and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Support and mentor laboratory personnel, including training and performance management.
• Partner with production and site leadership teams to ensure food safety and quality remain key operational priorities.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality systems and processes.

Skills

Quality Assurance

GFSI standards

HACCP

Auditing

Communication

Education

Degree in Food Science / Microbiology / Chemistry

Job description

NES Fircroft is seeking a Quality Assurance Coordinator for a leading dairy production site in NSW on a full-time, 3-month contract with potential extension. You will oversee QA systems, support labs, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer, regulatory and industry standards.

As central quality contact, you will lead audits, manage Hold & Release, and mentor laboratory staff, ensuring environmental hygiene and food safety across manufacturing operations.