Job Overview

We’re looking for an enthusiastic QA Manager to join our dynamic team at Real Pet Food Co’s busy Yatala Manufacturing site. This business‑critical role leads the improvement and management of site compliance, quality, and food safety standards — as well as the development of our talented QA team.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and implement Quality & Food Safety strategies that align with business goals. You understand how important it is to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders (Sales, Operations, R&D; and Brand Marketing), and you have the managerial courage to recommend and execute tactics and strategies that help the business thrive.
- Maintain and enhance QA systems, documentation, and GMP programs
- Drive continuous improvement across hygiene, sanitation, and compliance initiatives
- Coach, mentor, and develop your QA team with clear growth and succession plans
- Champion safety and regulatory compliance, ensuring audit readiness (internal and external) and proactive improvement

What you’ll bring

- Proven QA management experience in FMCG or food manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of Quality Systems, HACCP, and SQF standards




- Experience leading audits, quality improvement, and change initiatives
- A leadership style that’s visible, collaborative, and people-focused
- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline (Auditor qualifications highly regarded)

Advantages

- Pawrental leave for pet adoption, pet carer and compassionate leave
- Generous perks: day off for anniversary, product discounts, volunteering days, novated leases, rewards program and parental leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity’s not a buzzword here, it’s in our DNA. Diverse perspectives shape our culture and make our work better. That’s why we’re committed to building inclusive teams that represent a variety of backgrounds and skills. If you need any reasonable adjustments, accessibility assistance or would like to note which pronouns you use at any stage of our hiring process, just contact us at accommodations: people&. We look forward to hearing from you.

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📌 Quality Assurance Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Real Pet Food
📍 Brisbane