Position Overview:

The Quality Associate – Quality Control is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy,

and compliance of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. This position

will work closely with the Senior Quality Associates to support laboratory operations, sample

management and data reviews; manufacturing in-process controls, and PQS compliance

activities in alignment with TGA regulations, PIC/S GMP guidelines, and company SOPs.

Key Responsibilities:

● Management of samples, including reference and retention samples; and

coordination of testing done internally and by external laboratories.

● Review analytical results and laboratory documentation for accuracy and GMP

compliance.

● Assist in the investigation of out-of-specification (OOS), out-of-trend (OOT), and non-

conformance results, and support root cause analysis and CAPA implementation.

● Assist in the preparation of material and product specifications.

● Perform sampling and inspection of incoming materials; and status labelling of

released/rejected materials.

● Perform and record in-process control activities.

● Support equipment qualification and validation activities.

● Support Quality Assurance activities.

● Maintain good documentation practices (GDP) and ensure timely data entry and

reporting.





Key Relationships:

● Quality Assurance

● Quality Control

● Manufacturing and Packaging Operations

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

● Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or Biotechnology, or related field.

● Minimum 1 year experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing operation.

● Sound knowledge of PIC/S Guide to GMP, TGA regulations, and Australian

regulatory environment for complementary medicines.

● Ability to write and review technical documents.

Desirable:

● Experience in a probiotic manufacturing facility.

Key Competencies:

● High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

● Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

● Effective written and verbal communication.

● Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

● Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.

Performance Measures:

● Compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements.

● Timely completion of assigned tasks.

● Audit readiness and minimal audit findings.

Work Environment:

This role is primarily site-based, operating within a GMP manufacturing environment.

Occasional extended hours may be required.

Own transport is recommended. In office parking available.

📌 Quality Associate – Quality Control (Surfers Paradise)
🏢 Specialty Probiotics Australia
📍 Surfers Paradise