Our client is a well-established Australian manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, operational excellence, and long-term growth. Operating within a quick-paced production setting, they are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead site quality and food safety functions while continuing to strengthen quality culture across the operation.

This is a hands-on leadership chance for someone who enjoys being highly visible on the floor, building capability within teams, and driving continuous improvement across both systems and behaviours.

The Role Reporting into site leadership, you will take ownership of the site Quality Management System and lead the QA function across manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with Production, Operations, and Technical teams to ensure food safety and quality standards are consistently maintained, while also driving engagement and accountability across the wider business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the site QA team
Maintain and improve quality and food safety systems
Drive a positive and proactive quality culture across the site
Manage internal, external,



and customer audit processes
Partner closely with Operations to embed QA into daily manufacturing activities
Analyse quality trends and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Support training and capability development across the workforce
Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements

About You You are anexperienced QA professional with a strong background in FMCG or manufacturing environments. You combine technical expertise with practical leadership and are confident engaging with stakeholders across all levels of the business.
You will bring:
Previous experience in a QA leadership role within manufacturing or FMCG
Strong understanding of food safety and quality systems
Experience managing audits and customer standards
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach to continuous improvement
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Food Science or a related discipline highly regarded

📌 Quality Assurance Manager Sydney
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Sydney