Quality Control Officer

B&E Foods; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

B&E Foods in Blacktown, NSW is seeking a Quality Control Officer to uphold food safety and quality across reception, processing and dispatch. This full-time role runs 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM, with hours possibly changing from late 2026, and it offers a dynamic production environment.

You will perform daily checks, enforce GMP, inspect labels, calibrate instruments, investigate non-conformances and drive corrective actions while supporting continuous improvement in our poultry processing and food

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety regulations, GMP practices and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily food safety and quality checks during receival, processing, finished products, storage and dispatching.
• Monitor GMP practices, temperature checks, quality and integrity inspections, and pre-op checks.
• Inspect labels during processing and packing for accurate information and correct labeling.
• Calibrate instruments, vehicles and refrigerated rooms for accurate measurements.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances; implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Conduct staff training on induction, GMP and food safety topics.
• Routinely verify quality records to maintain up-to-date documentation.
• Act as backup for the night shift Quality Control/QA Officer when required.

Skills

Food safety

GMP

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

Calibration tools

Job description

Location: Blacktown, Sydney, NSW
Department: Quality Control
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 1.30 PM to 9.30PM. Working hours may change from end November 2026 onwards.

Due to continual growth within our organisation, B and E Foods is looking for Quality Control Officer.

Are you passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality? Do you thrive in a dynamic production environment and have a keen eye for detail? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Quality Control Officer at B & E Foods, a reputable Poultry Processing and Food Wholesale business.

About the Role:

As a Quality Control Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products meet and exceed the highest quality and food safety standards. Your main responsibilities will include conducting daily food safety and quality checks throughout the production process, from receival to dispatching, in line with our established procedures. You will be instrumental in maintaining the compliance of our quality management and food safety systems to the utmost standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily food safety and quality checks during receival, processing, finished products, storage, and dispatching.
• Conduct daily food safety and quality checks during receival, processing, finished products, storage, and dispatching.
• Monitor and enforce GMP practices, temperature checks, quality and integrity inspections, and pre-op checks to maintain exceptional standards.
• Inspect labels during processing and packing to ensure accurate information and correct labeling on products.
• Take part in internal instrument, vehicles, refrigerated rooms calibration to ensure accurate measurements.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances, including internal and external complaints, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Issue corrective action and preventative action requests when necessary.
• Conduct glass and brittle audits and perform bucket walks for loose items.
• Collect swabs during pre-operation checks and gather samples for external testing.
• Communicate out-of-specification results to relevant production Supervisors, maintenance, and QA teams to facilitate corrective action.
• Conduct training for staff on induction, GMP, and other food safety and quality topics.
• Routinely verify quality records to maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Act as a backup for the night shift Quality Control and QA Officer if required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for both processes and products.

Who we are looking for:

Full Australian Working Rights (Working Holiday Visas and Requiring Employer Sponsorship Applications will not be considered at this time).

Knowledge of Food production, warehouse or production would be beneficial.

Previous experience in a similar Quality Control role within the food industry is highly desirable.

Local Australian experience in Quality Control roles is highly valued.

Solid understanding of food safety regulations, GMP practices, and quality management systems.

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to spot non-conformances promptly.

Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with production supervisors, maintenance, and QA teams.

Flexibility to work on the production floor and adapt to changing demands.

When needed, ability to physically and manually lift and handle items in accordance with workplace health and safety guidelines.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work with a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Opportunity for career growth in a rapidly expanding company.

Make a real impact in a company that values your contributions and growth.

Supportive management team to address your questions and concerns.

At B & E Foods, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. As a Quality Control Officer, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the safety and quality of our products while being part of a dedicated team.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for those who will commit to the specified working hours.