Quality Officer Food Safety

At The Arnott’s Group, you’ll work with a diverse team who align with our values and are passionate and empowered to perform at pace and achieve big things. Alongside genuine people, you’ll enable the local production of quality products including Tim Tams, Campbells Soup, Shapes, V8 juice, Vita-Weat, Scotch Fingers and many, many more…. which you also get to enjoy. We are proud of our legacy, but we aren’t stopping here Collaborators, innovators, and agile thinkers with a curious mind thrive here. Be part of a future which is full of delicious moments created locally, by you The Opportunity The Quality Officer – Food Safety oversees raw material quality control, plant hygiene, and food safety compliance at the Marleston site, ensuring adherence to specifications through daily sampling, assessment, and use of SAP for material management. The role involves conducting analytical laboratory work and sensory evaluations to maintain standards. The Accountabilities Administer site raw material control and release program : Conduct inspections, sampling, testing, and manage raw material release / detainment in SAP, ensuring comprehensive record keeping and timely communication of non-conforming materials' impact on manufacturing. Support site sanitation agenda : Assist with Environmental Monitoring Program, cleaning validation, verification, and water testing to mitigate allergen and pathogen risks effectively. Manage Quality Notifications : Initiate and follow up with suppliers to ensure corrective and preventive actions are promptly implemented. Ensure compliance and support food safety management system : Uphold SQF standards, Gluten Free requirements, and internal audit programs to maintain high food safety standards. Maintain laboratory and safety standards : Organize laboratory areas, conduct safety audits, perform equipment calibration, and participate in NPD, CI, or Quality projects to enhance operational efficiencies and continuous improvement. The Ingredients for Success Just like you can’t make a Tim Tam without chocolate, there are a few essential ingredients we need for this role : Tertiary qualification in food science, microbiology, or related field, or equivalent experience in a quality function within food manufacturing. Minimum 2 years of technical experience in the food manufacturing industry. Familiarity with SAP and completion of an external HACCP training course preferred. Strong investigation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to influence, and experience with HACCP systems, GMP, Quality Management Systems, and SQF Standard Culture and Perks We stand for high performance with integrity and find moments of pride and celebrate the wins gained from our collective effort. These are part of our culture and the cornerstones of The Arnott’s Way. When you join our team, you can expect to experience a real sense of belonging, be empowered with accountability, be recognised for your contribution, collaborate with great people and enjoy the following perks : Prioritise your physical, mental and financial wellbeing with discounted Health Insurance, home loans, gym memberships and access to our employee assistance program. Delicious lunch that won’t break the bank at our subsidised onsite canteen. From the sustainability strategy to our Inclusion & Belonging work, there are ways to make a difference to people and the planet. To Apply If this sounds like your next opportunity, please follow the link and apply. The Arnott’s Group unites a collection of leading consumer brands connected by our purpose, to create delicious moments. We recognise that creating delicious moments for a diverse range of consumers is only possible if our workforce reflects the consumers we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer – because it’s right for our consumers, our business, and our people. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies #J-18808-Ljbffr