Quality Control Officer - F&V (Early)

Woolworths Supermarkets; Barnawartha; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

Sonder support program

Job summary

Woolworths Group in Wodonga is seeking an experienced Quality Control Officer to lead all QA activities for the Fruit & Veg lines we service at the distribution centre. You will work with the Distribution Centre, Buying, and store teams to uphold Woolworths quality standards and support ripening processes to ensure optimal quality and color for customers.

The role is a full-time permanent position within a large national retailer offering a supportive, inclusive culture and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for quality assurance and fresh produce.
• Experience with Google Apps and Excel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess Fruit & Veg lines delivered to the DC.
• Validate compliance with quality, labeling specs and legislation.
• Support ripening processes to ensure optimal quality and color.
• Collaborate with Commercial Buying Team for best store offerings.
• Report to Senior Quality Control Officer and drive improvements.

Skills

Lead a diverse team

Excellent communication

Nurture team performance

Fresh produce knowledge

Thrive under pressure

Tools

Google Apps

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Full time permanent position based inWodonga

Sunday to Thursday roster 3:30am - 12:00pm

Competitive base salary + bonus + other benefits

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

What you’ll do

You'll join our Fruit & Veg team as an experienced Quality Control Officer. This exciting full-time opportunity is based at our Wodonga Distribution Centre, where you'll lead all quality assurance activities for the stores we service.

Working directly with the Distribution Centre, Buying, and store teams, you’ll report to the Senior Quality Control Officer. The primary goal is to embody the values of the FreshFood People through continuous improvements in the quality of fruit and vegetables for both stores and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess Fruit & Vegetable lines delivered to the distribution center (DC).
• Validate compliance with product quality and labeling specifications set by the Woolworths quality assurance team and Government Legislation.
• Support the Banana and Avocado ripening process to achieve optimal quality and color for stores and customers.
• Collaborate with the Commercial Buying Team to ensure the best quality offering for store operations and enhanced customer experience.
• Report to the Senior Quality Control Officer and work with buying teams to deliver safe, quality products in line with Woolworth's specifications and company KPIs.
• Demonstrate flexibility and drive productivity.
• Foster an environment focused on delivering a great team experience.
• Assist the Fruit and Vegetable leadership team with key metrics and Ways of Working, providing valuable and constructive feedback for recognition and development opportunities.

What you’ll bring

Bring your passion for quality and people, along with your dedication to excellence, to this exciting opportunity. We're looking for an enthusiastic individual ready to make a real impact in a dynamic retail environment.

• Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A knack for nurturing team performance and development
• Comfortable with computer systems ( Google Apps and Microsoft Excel ) and eager to learn
• A genuine passion for the world of retailing and fresh produce
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting while staying cool under pressure

What you’ll experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• Access to Sonder. Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families.
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.