About the Company
Our client is a growing Australian food manufacturer specialising in high-quality ready-to-eat products supplied across retail and foodservice channels. The business has built a strong reputation for delivering premium products while maintaining a strong focus on food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
About the Role
With a continued focus on quality excellence and operational improvement, they are seeking a QA & Compliance Coordinator to join their team and take ownership of site quality systems and compliance activities.
The QA & Compliance Coordinator will play a key role in maintaining and improving food safety and quality standards across the manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who is comfortable working closely with production teams, managing retailer requirements, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
Maintaining and improving food safety and quality systems including HACCP, SQF, and GMP
Managing retailer specifications, documentation, and compliance requirements
Supporting Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and customer compliance systems
Leading customer complaint investigations and non-conformance management
Conducting quality checks and providing a strong QA presence on the production floor
Supporting internal, customer, and third-party audits
Ensuring compliance with FSANZ and customer standards
Managing traceability processes, supplier approvals, and mock recall activities
Conducting sensory evaluations and product quality assessments




Maintaining accurate quality documentation, records, and specifications
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across quality and compliance
Assisting with new product development activities and technical requirements
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who enjoys a hands-on manufacturing environment and wants genuine ownership across food safety, compliance, and quality outcomes.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline
3+ years' experience within food manufacturing quality assurance or compliance
Strong understanding of HACCP, SQF, GMP, and food safety standards
Experience managing retailer requirements and quality systems
Exposure to major retailer portals and specifications (Coles, Woolworths, ALDI highly regarded)
Experience managing complaints, non-conformances, audits, and corrective actions
Solid attention to detail with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of quality outcomes
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence production teams and stakeholders
Flexible approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
How to Apply: If you're passionate about food safety, quality, and continuous improvement and want to make an impact within a growing food manufacturer, please apply below or contact Jack Tillig ().
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📌 Qa & Compliance Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Melbourne