QA Technician

KB Seafood Company; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Seafood Co in Brisbane is seeking a QA Technician to join the team, reporting to the QA Manager. This role focuses on day-to-day compliance with our Food Safety and Quality System and requires a proactive, hands-on approach with flexibility in hours.

You will perform GMP reviews, internal audits, organoleptic checks, packing spec maintenance, and QA support across departments; on-line QC inspections and training responsibilities. This position is based in Morningside, Queensland.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Quality.
• Degree in quality management, food science or related field.
• HACCP training completed.
• Strong focus on safety standards and work methods.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• High attention to detail, self-motivated and reliable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Experience in FMCG and exposure to cold environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry our daily review of GMP in the factory (operational areas) and externally, and to help regulate company policies and procedures regarding food safety and compliance.
• Conduct internal audits of the operational areas for foreign objects and maintain the Glass and Hard Plastics Register for all production, storage, and maintenance facilities as required.
• Assist with organoleptic assessments – carry out organoleptic product assessments and check retention samples on their best before date evaluate the quality and freshness.
• Review, amend and maintain packing specifications for the production areas.
• Inspect returned stock with quality issues, and report on findings.
• Help investigate customer feedback reports and internal corrective actions.
• Assist QA team with site audits and corrective actions.
• Assist QA Manager with additional testing, new process improvement projects, product assessment trials and retention sample collection, recording & assessments.
• Support and assist with on-line QC inspections when required
• Coordinating, recording and providing training when required to staff from all departments.

Skills

Quality experience

HACCP training

Safety focus

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

MS Office

FMCG experience

Cold environment experience

Education

Quality management or related degree

Job description

KB Seafood Co is Australia's largest seafood company and one of the most awarded & successful food service operators. We provide over 30,000 tonnes of seafood annually to leading foodservice operators and major supermarkets. Our brands include, KB Seafood Co, Just Caught Frozen Seafood, KB’s, and we have over 2,700 active products in the market.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced QA Technician to join our team in Morningside.

Reporting to the QA Manager, this role works closely with operational departments to ensure day-to-day compliance with our Food Safety and Quality System. The position requires a proactive, hands-on approach and flexibility with start and finish times, including occasional additional hours to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry our daily review of GMP in the factory (operational areas) and externally, and to help regulate company policies and procedures regarding food safety and compliance.
• Conduct Internal Audits of the operational areas for foreign objects and maintain the Glass and Hard Plastics Register for all production, storage, and maintenance facilities as required.
• Assist with organoleptic assessments – carry out organoleptic product assessments and check retention samples on their best before date evaluate the quality and freshness.
• Review, amend and maintain packing specifications for the production areas.
• Inspect returned stock with quality issues, and report on findings.
• Help investigate customer feedback reports and internal corrective actions.
• Assist QA team with site audits and corrective actions.
• Assist QA Manager with additional testing, new process improvement projects, product assessment trials and retention sample collection, recording & assessments.
• Support and assist with on-line QC inspections when required
• Coordinating, recording and providing training when required to staff from all departments.

About You:

You will be a QA Technician, with a sound knowledge of quality assurance procedures, a good eye for detail and advanced problem-solving skills. You should be able to accurately identify production irregularities and maintain a safe working environment.

You will have:

• 2 + years’ experience in Quality
• A degree in quality management, food science or related field
• HACCP Training
• Strong focus on general safety standards and work methods
• Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, focused, and reliable.
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of computer literacy with advanced Microsoft Office suite knowledge.
• Previous experience working in FMCG, and cold environment will be highly regarded.

Applications:

If you are looking to join a reputed seafood business operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment supporting quality and food safety initiatives we'd love to hear from you.

Please note, we are not accepting applications from agencies.

16 October 2026Morningside Queensland, Australia