Quality Assurance Officer

The business
Patties Foods is a true Australian success story. With humble beginnings in 1966 as a family-owned cake shop in Lakes Entrance, Victoria, we have grown into one of Australia's most loved manufacturers, suppliers, and marketers of leading branded frozen savoury, frozen meals, and dessert products.
In recent years, Patties Foods has also started exporting to Japan and the USA, introducing the great Australian taste to the global market. We have extended our manufacturing footprint, with plants in Victoria, South Australia, and New Zealand.
Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth. Patties Foods' brands have become household names across the nation, but to make our great brands happen, we need great people - that's where you come in.
 
The role
We currently have two exciting opportunities for experienced Food Safety and Quality Officers to join our Quality team, located in Pakenham. You will maintain Product Quality & Food safety Standards compliance across the business and support the site to produce all products Right First Time.
 
The shift times available are Afternoon (3.00pm – 11.30am) and Day (7.00am – 3.30pm).
 
Reporting to the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor, your responsibilities include:

• Pre-operational Inspections
• Product clearance
• Organising and driving process improvements
• Conducting internal quality systems audits
• Assisting in third party certification audits
• Daily reporting on product reviews
• Following up consumer complaints and internal non-compliance issues
• Daily GMP checks
• Monitor HACCP
• Assist in micro sampling, micro swabbing, etc.
• Perform shelf life extensions
• Daily calibration of all equipment
• Maintain Site Pest control program

The successful candidates will have a degree in a food science or related discipline. Prior experience in a similar QA role / food related experience is essential. You will be approachable, have excellent communication skills, and a high level of attention to detail. Your collaborative approach, strong problem solving & interpersonal skills & adaptable working style will ensure your success in the role.
 
Being a self-starter, you will be ready to hit the ground running and bring fresh ideas to the table. The day will be challenging and varied, and no two days are alike, so a keen grasp of time management and ability to hit deadlines is a must. You will be comfortable in an environment with ambiguity, frequent change & unpredictability.
 
If this sounds like you, please submit your CV and a cover letter with your preferred shift included. Please note that your application must include your preference.