Quality Control Analyst

Job Overview Are you skilled at using analytical and sensory techniques to ensure every flavour product meets quality standards? Can you investigate quality deviations and maintain product integrity through clear documentation and collaboration? Are you proactive in driving continuous improvement to guarantee flawless products dispatched right the first time? If this sounds like you, a collaborative style, and continuous improvement mindset, we’ve been hoping you’ve knocked on our doorstep Who We Are We are an Australian-owned flavour house, with operations in both Australia and Vietnam. Established in 1989 as a family‑owned business, Essential is now into the second generation of Nielsen management and continues to cherish the family values entrenched by the founder John. Located in Carrum Downs, Victoria, our facility is purpose‑built to our requirements and to further expand our capabilities in local and international markets. Our business continues to strengthen and grow after 30 years with our focus on partnering with our clients to develop new, unique, and ever‑evolving flavours and product solutions. Picture the time when you were a child, savouring the tastes that came with eating your favourite food. These recollections are what drives us to be part of creating “Future Memories.” Why Work for Us We are our community We have a learning and evolutionary mindset We think beyond our borders We deliver solutions We share the love We have a strong sense of team and a supportive, forward‑thinking environment. We focus on delivering the best products and service for our customers, and we also make time to celebrate our achievements and share our successes. Our journey is still unfolding, and we’re looking for a Quality Control Analyst to help ensure every dispatch gets it right the first time as we continue to grow and improve. How You Would Jazz With Us Join our team as a dynamic leader driving operational excellence across continuous improvement, people development, and strategic plant management. Responsibilities Perform a range of analytical and organoleptic and visual quality checks on flavour products and accurately record results in the software system. Conduct flavour tasting, evaluate the outcomes of the testing/tastings/sensory and either approve or reject the quality inspection results. Maintain up‑to‑date analysis methods and work instructions and liaise with relevant departments. Create, document, investigate and communicate non‑conformities and inform internal stakeholders. Develop and maintain local product specifications, including defined storage and handling requirements to ensure product integrity and compliance. Investigate equipment and quality deviations, identifying root causes and contributing to corrective and preventative actions. Perform and record equipment maintenance and daily calibrations. Carry out tasks in compliance with procedures and work instructions as well as instructions received from the line manager and/or coordinator. Proactively contribute to the smooth and effective functioning of the quality department by identifying opportunities for improvement and driving quality initiatives to ensure products are dispatched ‘right first time’ to clients. Put forward ideas/suggestions for continuous improvement and contribute to the planning and implementation of these initiatives. A Bit About Your Background Advanced technical knowledge in food chemistry, food chemistry and food science. 5+ years’ experience as a QC Analyst with extensive exposure to sweet flavour creation and Southeast Asian flavours. Demonstrated expertise in olfactory and gustatory (taste) evaluation, with a recognised ability to assess flavour profiles accurately. Solid knowledge of physicochemical analyses such as density measurement, refractive index determination, and gas chromatography (GC). Strong understanding of chemical substances, including their properties, classifications, and associated hazards, with a commitment to safe handling practices. Recognised for your precision, strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and make sound decisions. Excellent communication skills, a collaborative team‑oriented mindset and a clear customer focused approach to work. Ability to work independently to complete tasks. Knowledge of and adherence to safety. Further Information To find out more about us, please visit our website: If this sounds like the job for you, apply for this job and include a CV and a cover letter. #J-18808-Ljbffr