Quality Systems Data Administrator - Digital Projects

Simplot Australia is a food manufacturing and agriculture business encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood, and sauce operations that supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and food service customers.
As a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, we are focused on creating food Australians and New Zealanders love by maximising value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include the likes of Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
We have five manufacturing sites in Australia and six sales sites and employ almost 2000 people across these operations. We are an integral part of the global J.R. Simplot Company.
Culture and Benefits
At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
The Perks

• Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
• Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Sensory Club Program – Enjoy and taste our new product launches and access to our Culinary cooking sessions
• Novated Car Leasing Agreements

Simplot Australia values the innovation and relationship building that comes from face to face connection but also recognises the need for flexibility in the lives of our team members. This is why we have a hybrid work environment, with one dedicated day per week where we all come together to maintain our successful culture of innovation, connection and collaboration.
About our role

• 2-year Fixed Term contract for a significant Digital project
• Specifications management to support the implementation process
• Based at our Head Office in Mentone / Moorabbin

Based at our Head Office in Mentone, an exciting opportunity now exists for a Quality Systems Data Administrator to join the team. This is a 2-year Fixed Term contract. Reporting to the Quality Systems Manager, you will operate as part of our Food Safety and Quality team for a significant Digital Projects for specifications management, MMS (Manufacturing Management Suite), and PIF Manager Systems by collecting information and relevant data, entering data into existing systems, and supporting the implementation process.
In this role you will work with a range of internal stakeholders, therefore collaboration and your close attention to detail will be a key success factor for this role.
What you will do

• You will work cross functionally with the team to perform gap analysis for information required to meet the scheduled timeline.
• Request, manage, and update specification data and Product Information Sheets (PIFs), including follow-up with suppliers to check for completion.
• Work collaboratively with a range of different stakeholders to coordinate the collection of information to update relevant systems.
• Screen information to assess changes and escalate/discuss the impact with relevant stakeholders (e.g. Corporate Quality Systems, Product Development, Regulatory, Legal and Marketing)
• Collate data and data entry into in-house systems and review processes.
• Analyse data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement in quality processes.

About you

• Ideally you are a degree qualified Food Technologist preferably with a background within Food/FMCG industry and hold QA/QC experience and ideally experienced with customer requirements and specifications.
• You hold strong technical proficiency with quality management software and tools.
• You are detail orientated with a focus on process optimisation.
• Demonstrated ability to perform gap analysis, trending, and reporting.
• Excellent collaboration and relationship building skills.
• You possess the communication skills to liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• A growth mindset for seeking innovative and collaboration solutions to meet both consumers, Simplot and customer needs
• You hold advanced Word and Excel software skills, high attention to detail, collaboration skills and understanding of Document Control requirements that will ensure your success.

If this sounds like you, then please apply online now
Applications close Thursday, 8 February 2024
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Job Requisition ID: 17011
Travel Required: None
Location(s): Chifley Business Park Office - Melbourne
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com