15 Sep
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PDP Fine Foods
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Ingleburn
15 Sep
PDP Fine Foods
Ingleburn
Who We Are
Ever wondered who's behind Australia's most indulgent desserts? That's us. PDP Fine Foods has been crafting premium chilled desserts since 2009, and our Wicked Sister brand has become the dessert obsession stocked in every major retailer across Australia and New Zealand. We're not just making desserts – we're creating moments of pure deliciousness, one perfect bite at a time.
The Opportunity: Be Our Quality Guardian
Are you a quality control professional who thrives when others sleep? Do you get genuinely excited about GMP compliance and food safety standards? If this resonates with you, keep reading.
We're looking for an exceptional Quality Control Officer to join our tight-knit, high-performing Quality team. This isn't a desk job – you'll be on the production floor where the magic happens, ensuring every Wicked Sister creation meets the impossibly high standards our customers expect.
The Shift: Night shift, 10pm – 6am (ideal for night owls and those who do their best work after hours)
Your Mission
Reporting to our Quality Manager, you'll be our eyes and ears on the production floor:
✅ Inspect Like a Pro – From raw materials to finished products, nothing gets past your eagle eyes
✅ Master the Testing Schedule – Calibration, product testing, environmental monitoring – you'll keep it all running like clockwork
✅ Guard Our Standards – Drive positive release processes through AQS checks, assessments, and COAs
✅ Be the Cleaning Champion – Line walks, pre-ops, ATP swabs, changeover inspections – you know the drill
✅ Champion Food Safety – HACCP, SQF, BRC compliance isn't just your job; it's your passion
✅ Solve & Improve – Root cause analysis, corrective actions, and collaborating with teams to make things even better
✅ Document Everything – Maintain meticulous records that would make auditors weep with joy
✅ Share Your Wisdom – Help develop policies, procedures, and training programs
Who You Are
You're the person who:
- Holds tertiary qualifications in Food Science (or related field)
- Has a minimum 3 years experience in a similar role, with FMCG experience highly desirable
- Lives and breathes food safety with solid industry experience under your belt
- Speaks fluent GMP, HACCP, SQF, and BRC like it's your native language
- Has strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
- Communicates brilliantly – both written and verbal English skills are on point
- Problem-solves effectively with strong analytical thinking
- Thrives in team environments and collaborates naturally with production crews
- Embraces flexibility – weekends and varied hours don't phase you
- Brings high energy and work ethic even when the rest of the world is sleeping
Desirable
- Experience in chilled desserts, yoghurt, dairy snacks or similar categories.
The Wicked Perks
? Competitive Salary
? Birthday Leave – Because your special day should be yours
? Continuous Development – We invest in your growth
? State-of-the-Art Facility – Work with the best equipment in a 24/5-6 operation
? Awesome Team Culture – Join a small, supportive, high-performing crew
? Did we mention desserts? – Employee perks include sampling our creations
Ready to Get Wicked?
If you're ready to bring your A-game to Australia's leading dessert manufacturer and take quality control seriously while having fun doing it, we want to hear from you.
To Apply: Submit your current resume and cover letter telling us:
- Why you're the perfect fit for Team Wicked Sister
- How you'll champion our quality and food safety goals
- What makes you tick as a Quality professional
Essential: Valid Australian working rights without restriction
Join us on the night shift and help ensure every Wicked Sister dessert is wickedly perfect.
PDP Fine Foods is an equal prospect employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
📌 Quality Control Officer - Night Shift (Ingleburn)
🏢 PDP Fine Foods
📍 Ingleburn