Quality Assurance Specialist - Packaging

About the role

The Quality Assurance Specialist – Packaging will be based at Asahi Beverages' Wulkuraka site in Queensland. You will influence packaging quality outcomes through audits, trials and quality‑at‑source activities, supporting compliance with Asahi Global Standards and reducing consumer complaints.

Key responsibilities

• Embed Asahi packaging quality systems on site using HACCP verification, GMP practices and packaging QA standards.
• Audit packaging processes, materials and suppliers against AGPRM and Asahi requirements, and drive corrective actions.
• Support packaging trials and investigations, assessing risk, integrity and compliance of packaging changes.
• Analyse quality data in SAP and with statistical tools to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Coach packaging, production and laboratory teams on quality control methods, audit outcomes and quality‑at‑source expectations.

Required profile

• Experience in packaging, quality or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality principles, including HACCP and GMP.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work constructively with operators, site teams and suppliers.
• Ability to manage priorities independently while staying connected to the wider quality team.

Required skills

• SAP
• HACCP
• GMP
• Statistical analysis
• Risk assessment
• Auditing