Quality Manager

Fyna Foods; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyna Foods in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality excellence across manufacturing. You will champion quality standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement with production leadership to ensure safe, high-quality confectionery.

You will mentor a Quality Assistant and a Product Development Technologist, drive audits, and maintain the QMS from concept to production, safeguarding shelf-life and customer satisfaction, while fostering a culture of

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Quality Management or Quality Lead in food manufacturing.
• Confectionery experience is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of QMS, HACCP and FSANZ standards.
• Proven leadership of technical staff and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the quality team to maintain high standards.
• Collaborate with Production Leadership to align quality with operations.
• Maintain and improve the QMS, HACCP, and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement and root-cause analysis across site operations.
• Oversee product development integration for quality and shelf-life from concept to production.

Skills

Quality leadership

QMS & HACCP

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Job description

Bring Joy to Generations through Quality & Innovation

Since 1947, Fyna Foods has been crafting iconic Australian confectionery that brings smiles to faces across the nation and around the globe. Built on a proud family heritage, we are on a mission to build iconic brands that delight generations worldwide.

To continue delivering the exceptional safety, taste, and consistency our customers love, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Quality Manager to join our team.

The Role

As our Quality Manager, you will play a central strategic and operational role in driving quality excellence across all our manufacturing operations. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will work hand-in-hand with the Production Leadership Team and the Senior Leadership Team to champion quality standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

You will lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team consisting of a Quality Assistant and a Product Development Technologist, fostering a collaborative environment where quality and product innovation thrive together.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: Guide, mentor, and support your team (Quality Assistant and Product Development Technologist) to reach their full potential and maintain high technical standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Production and Senior Leadership to align quality initiatives with operational goals and overall business strategy.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintain, review, and continuously improve our Quality Management System (QMS), HACCP protocols, and food safety standards to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Product Development Integration: Collaborate with the Product Development Technologist to ensure new product innovations meet our strict quality, safety, and shelf-life standards from concept to production.
• Continuous Improvement & Auditing: Drive root-cause analysis for quality incidents, lead internal and external audits, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across all site operations.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Proven track record in a Quality Management or Quality Lead role within the food manufacturing sector (confectionery experience is highly regarded).
• Technical Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of QMS, HACCP, FSANZ standards, customer audits, and food safety regulations.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, empower, and develop technical staff.
• Strategic Partnering: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a track record of building strong working relationships with production leaders and senior executives.

Living Our Values

At Fyna Foods, our values guide how we work together every single day. We are looking for a leader who naturally embodies:

• Joy: Bringing positivity to the workplace and creating products that spread delight.
• Excellence: Setting high standards and striving for continuous improvement in everything we do.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively across functions to achieve common goals.
• Accountability: Taking ownership of outcomes and following through on commitments.
• Integrity: Operating with transparency, honesty, and high ethical standards.

Ready to Join the Fyna Family?

If you are ready to lead a dedicated quality team and help shape the future of iconic Australian treats, we would love to hear from you.