QA Officer - Contract Role

Michael Page; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer for a premium food manufacturer in Brisbane. The role focuses on ensuring products meet quality and food safety standards while partnering with production teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include GMP inspections, product verification, supporting HACCP programs, and maintaining quality records. Prior QA experience in food manufacturing is essential, with advantage for Food Science/Technology qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA within food manufacturing, FMCG, bakery, or processing environments
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety systems
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving
• Excellent on-site communication and collaboration with production teams

Responsibilities

• Conduct GMP and hygiene inspections across the site
• Perform quality checks and product verification activities
• Support HACCP, BRC and food safety programs
• Assist with internal audits and compliance activities
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation
• Investigate non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Collaborate closely with production teams to drive quality outcomes
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are consistently achieved

Skills

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Quality assurance

Food safety

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Food Science / Food Technology degree (advantageous)

Job description

This role is perfect for a QA professional who enjoys working on the factory floor, maintaining food safety, quality standards, and partnering closely with production teams in a fast-paced environment.

Our client is a respected premium food manufacturer with a strong reputation for producing high-quality baked products. Their commitment to quality, food safety, and operational excellence has made them a trusted supplier to customers across Australia. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality is a key focus.

Description

As the Quality Assurance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality, food safety, and compliance.

• Conduct GMP and hygiene inspections across the site
• Perform quality checks and product verification activities
• Support HACCP, BRC and food safety programs
• Assist with internal audits and compliance activities
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation
• Investigate non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Collaborate closely with production teams to drive quality outcomes
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are consistently achieved

Profile

Previous QA experience within food manufacturing, FMCG, bakery, or food processing environments

Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety systems

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships on site

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline is advantageous

Job Offer

• Immediate start
• Short-term 6-week contract
• Competitive hourly rate
• Hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to gain experience with a respected food manufacturer
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

If you're available to start immediately and are looking for a short-term contract opportunity where you can make an impact from day one, we'd love to hear from you.