Quality Specialist

Bega-Cheese; Tatura; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Purchased leave

Salary continuance insurance

Job summary

Bega Group in Tatura, Victoria, seeks a Quality Specialist to develop, implement and maintain QMS, audits and compliance across our dairy site. You will drive continuous improvement, manage incidents, and uphold customer and regulatory standards.

The role focuses on creating a robust quality culture, coaching leaders, and ensuring safety in a fast-paced dairy manufacturing environment. A strong background in HACCP, BRC and audits is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dairy manufacturing.
• Understanding of BRC or regulatory standards.
• Internal & external audit experience and HACCP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and continuously improve Quality Management Systems (QMS), audit programs and compliance processes.
• Manage quality incidents, non-conformances and customer complaints through investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Manage internal and external audits, certification activities and compliance monitoring programs, ensuring ongoing adherence to regulatory, customer and industry standards (BRC, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, Export Milk Products, etc…).
• Provide training, coaching and guidance to leaders and team members on quality compliance practices to foster a strong culture of quality and safety.

Skills

BRC Standards

HACCP Certification

Auditing Experience

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!Full-Time Permanent Monday to FridayOpportunity to be a part of a leading Australian dairy manufacturerWork with a supportive & high performing teamThe RoleOur Tatura site is an icon in the region, well known around the world for its quality dairy products. As well as being the country’s largest producer of cream cheese, it also produces infant formula, nutritional lactoferrin, various milk powders, plus our famous single serve butter.The Quality Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing & maintaining systems & processes that ensure organisational compliance with regulatory, quality standards. This role drives continuous improvement, risk management & a strong culture of quality across the Tatura site.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement and continuously improve Quality Management Systems (QMS), audit programs and compliance processes.Manage quality incidents, non-conformances and customer complaints through effective investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action processes.Manage internal and external audits, certification activities and compliance monitoring programs, ensuring ongoing adherence to regulatory, customer and industry standards (BRC, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, Export Milk Products, etc…).Maintain and enhance quality assurance frameworks, HACCP programs, risk assessments, hazard management systems and compliance documentation.Provide training, coaching and guidance to leaders and team members on quality compliance practices to foster a strong culture of quality and safety.About youPrevious experience in dairy manufacturing is preferredDemonstrated understanding of BRC or relevant customer and regulatory standards.Internal & external audit experience and HACCP certificationsStrong communication, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across teamsTime management and problem-solving capabilities, with a continuous improvement mindsetBega Group StoryBega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!Life at Bega GroupCompany culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative cultureGrow with us, through opportunities for career development and progressionContribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner withAccess to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programsEnjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insuranceApplicationsThe successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical .Must hold a current Australian driver’s license.At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.