Quality Assurance Technician

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team
• Work for an iconic Australian brand
• Commitment to sustainability and environmentally responsible practices

The Role

We are seeking a diligent and highly motivated Quality Assurance Technician to join our team at the Wetherill Park site, our largest milk-based beverage facility.

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products while upholding our commitment to delivering the best to our consumers.

Our Wetherill Park site in Sydney is our Milk Based Beverages hub for the eastern seaboard. This state-of-the-art facility produces 75 million litres of some of Australia's most loved dairy products including Dare Iced Coffee, Dairy Farmers, Farmers Union, and Big M.

Please note that this is an afternoon shift position (1:00 pm to 9:00 pm or 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm), with a Saturday shift once per month.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the day to day operations in the laboratory including: physical/chemical/microbial testing, recording & reporting of raw materials, in-process product, finish product and environmental monitoring, daily maintenance/calibration and service of instruments
• Trend and report to site on compliance and perform internal audits and site GMP and Hygiene inspections
• Conduct product release in SAP-QM
• Report on Quality Lead Indicators at T1 and T2 Meetings
• Perform, report and follow up on, inspections of factory conditions, equipment and implementation of corrective actions

AboutYou

• Minimum of Diploma or equivalent in Food Science or a related field or equivalent experience with laboratory operations in a manufacturing environment
• Perform internal audits and site GMP and Hygiene inspections
• Previous exposure to HACCP / GMP / Good Laboratory Practices
• Adept laboratory practices - emphasis on high proficiency and accuracy
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated ability to problem solve, time management and prioritisation skills

The Bega Group Story

The Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at the Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.

At the Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.