Quality Assurance Officer

National Workforce Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

National Workforce Pty Ltd in partnership with a well-established Australian food manufacturer is seeking a Quality Coordinator for Moorebank, Sydney NSW. This hands-on role lives on the factory floor, driving food safety, quality assurance and continuous improvement across site operations.

You will lead the HACCP team, coordinate audits (HACCP, BRC, major retailer standards), manage GMP and document control, and collaborate with production to lift quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quality Coordinator or Senior QA role within food manufacturing.
• HACCP training and knowledge of food safety principles.
• Familiarity with GFSI standards and major retailer audits (HACCP, BRC).

Responsibilities

• Lead site HACCP team with validation, verification and reviews.
• Coordinate external audits (HACCP, BRC, major retailer standards).
• Manage internal GMP and quality auditing programs.
• Maintain Quality Management Systems and document control.
• Investigate non-conformances, root cause analysis and CAPAs.
• Support allergen management, traceability, recalls and product testing.

Skills

Quality leadership

Factory floor presence

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

Quality Coordinator - Food Manufacturing Moorebank, Sydney NSW | $48-$55 per hour + Super

NW Professional is partnering with a well-established Australian food manufacturing business with an extensive portfolio of household food brands and a strong reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence. An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Quality Coordinator to join the site quality team and play a key role in driving food safety, quality assurance and continuous improvement across its manufacturing operations in Moorebank. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will work closely with production, operations, supply chain and technical teams to maintain high quality standards, strengthen food safety practices and ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being visible on the factory floor, influencing quality culture and taking ownership of quality systems and processes.

• Championing food safety and quality culture across the site.
• Leading the site s HACCP team, including validation, verification and regular reviews.
• Coordinating external certification audits, including HACCP, BRC and major retailer standards.
• Managing internal GMP and quality auditing programs.
• Maintaining and improving Quality Management Systems, procedures and document control.
• Managing non-conformances, corrective actions, root cause analysis and preventative measures.
• Investigating customer complaints, product issues and foreign matter incidents.
• Monitoring product specifications, raw materials, finished products and production processes.
• Coordinating traceability testing, product withdrawals and recall procedures.
• Developing and maintaining allergen management plans and site cleaning schedules.
• Supporting new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Delivering quality and food safety training to site personnel.
• Working collaboratively with production and operational leaders to improve quality outcomes.

About You

You are a proactive quality professional with experience in food manufacturing and a genuine passion for maintaining high standards across a production environment. To be successful, you will ideally bring: Previous experience in a Quality Coordinator or Senior QA position within food manufacturing. A degree in Food Science or a related discipline.

HACCP training and a strong understanding of food safety principles. Sound knowledge of GFSI standards and food safety compliance. Experience with BRC, HACCP and major retail customer audit requirements.

Strong experience managing Quality Management Systems. Internal auditing experience and the ability to drive corrective actions. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

The confidence to influence operational teams and drive positive behavioural change.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a recognised Australian food manufacturing business. Take ownership of meaningful quality and food safety initiatives. Partner with experienced operational and technical leaders.

Play an important role in continuous improvement and site performance. Competitive hourly rate of $48-$55 + super.