Quality Specialist – Agribusiness Manufacturing

About the role

An established national agribusiness manufacturer is looking for a Quality Specialist to take ownership of quality on its Townsville site, where products are shipped to customers across northern Australia. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will lead quality for a seasonal manufacturing site and build the standards that keep it consistent. The position is permanent and full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Daily quality checks across raw materials, critical control points and finished product, using the on-site lab
• Maintain the HACCP plan and site quality procedures and ensure they are followed on the floor
• Raise and manage NCRs, investigate root causes and follow corrective actions through to completion
• Run internal audits and prepare the site for its annual external accreditation audit
• Manage quality records, retention samples and external lab testing
• Work with operators and supervisors to raise standards and improve processes

Required profile

• Quality experience in food manufacturing, such as sugar milling, bakery, meat processing or similar
• A qualification in chemistry, science, food technology or quality assurance is highly regarded
• Strong attention to detail and discipline to complete every check properly, including under production pressure
• Confidence to challenge poor practice while building good relationships with the team
• A proactive approach to spotting issues early and finding better ways of working

Required skills

• HACCP and GMP knowledge
• Audit processes

What we offer

• Full ownership of quality on site, backed by a site leader who makes it a priority
• A clear development pathway, with a track record of promotion from within
• Mentoring from an experienced operations leader

To apply, candidates can use the application form or contact the recruiter directly for a confidential conversation.