Lesaffre Group is a key global player in yeast and fermentation. Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for baking, flavouring, healthcare and biotechnology. The Lesaffre Group is built around solid fundamentals backed by 160 years of experience.Lesaffre Australia Pacific, established in 1993, is a subsidiary of Lesaffre Group.

At Lesaffre Australia Pacific, we have a strong commitment to customer service, technical support and quality products.

Lesaffre Australia Pacific is now seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Coordinator. The Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for supporting the QA Manager in manufacturing Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) programs and their execution, providing daily support to the Operations team for measurement & management of product quality, ensuring quality across the product portfolio manufactured at the plant and third-party manufacturing partners.

Job tasks and responsibilities

- Support the QA Manager in maintaining external certifications (FSSC, HACCP, GMP) and conducting compliance audits
- Manage raw material quality control and laboratory testing to ensure finished goods meet legal requirements
- Coordinate site monitoring programs including audits, sampling and testing to verify compliance with regulations and GFSI standards
- Conduct quality inspections and reviews (hygiene, GMP, Glass & Brittle Plastic)
- Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances; prepare reports and implement corrective/preventative actions




- Manage the corrective action program from initiation through close-out and verification
- Analyse quality data and recommend process improvements to drive continuous improvement
- Oversee document control systems and develop/update SOPs from a quality perspective
- Ensure equipment and machinery comply with food safety requirements
- Champion food safety and safety-first culture across the organization
- Provide troubleshooting support to Manufacturing and Operations teams
- Cover QA Manager responsibilities during their absence

Qualifications & Competencies

- Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related discipline
- 2+ years' experience in food manufacturing QA, regulatory quality, or food safety
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, FSSC, and GMP certification systems
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis (RCA) skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated, results-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

Advantageous:

- HACCP principles training or Internal Auditor certification
- Lean Manufacturing and 5S experience

Personal Attributes:

- Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset
- Positive attitude with personal resilience and adaptability
- Hands-on approach with resourcefulness

Why Join us?

- Company paid Life and TPD Insurance
- Join a Global FMCG business
- Team-oriented, inclusive, innovative and stimulating environment
- Projects where your footprint will be visible
- A committed, dynamic team that is close to the field

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📌 Quality Assurance Coordinator (Dandenong)
🏢 Lesaffre
📍 Dandenong