Promote safe work practices and uphold high standards of hygiene and food safety throughout the QA function
Lead, mentor, coach, and develop the Quality Assurance team
Manage team performance, attendance, rostering, leave planning, and training requirements
Monitor compliance with DAFF export requirements, Approved Arrangement programs, HACCP plans, Australian Standards, customer specifications, and regulatory standards
Oversee food safety, quality assurance, GMP, and verification programs across the facility
Manage inspection activities, product monitoring, environmental monitoring, and quality verification checks
Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including BRCGS, AUS-MEAT, Halal, Organic, customer, and regulatory audits
Investigate customer complaints, quality incidents, non-conformances, and product deviations, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions are implemented
Maintain and verify HACCP-based food safety systems and prerequisite programs
Ensure quality records, documentation, and reports are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
Deliver food safety, quality, and compliance training to operational teams
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, food safety performance, efficiency, and compliance
Support the Quality Manager in achieving departmental and business objectives

Previous experience in a Quality Assurance leadership, supervisory, or management role within the meat processing, food manufacturing, or export food industry
Strong working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety systems, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance requirements
Experience managing teams and fostering a positive workplace culture
Sound understanding of export meat processing requirements and customer specifications
Demonstrated experience with AUS-MEAT, BRCGS, Halal, Organic, and major customer audit standards
Excellent leadership, communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage competing priorities
Certificate III/IV in Food Safety or Meat Processing (desirable)
Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Microbiology, Agriculture, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline will be highly regarded

Stanbroke Beef

Opportunity to join a highly respected Australian beef producer and exporter
Exposure to internationally recognised food safety, quality, and export standards
A challenging and rewarding leadership role within a progressive organisation
Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and professional working environment
Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

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