About the CompanyOur client is a growing Australian FMCG food manufacturer with an expanding product portfolio and significant growth in project and production volume.
Working with a network of manufacturers, co-packers and raw material suppliers, the business is focused on strengthening product quality and building a more mature quality function as it scales.About the RoleThe QA Manager will own the quality function across the business and act as the key point of contact for day-to-day quality matters.
The role manages one experienced QA Assistant and works directly with manufacturers and co-packers to investigate and resolve quality issues, while also driving the maturity of quality systems, reporting and continuous improvement as the business grows.Owning the quality function and managing day-to-day quality operationsTaking ownership of product quality across a growing portfolioBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers, co-packers and raw material suppliersActing as the key point of contact for quality issues, working directly with suppliers to investigate, resolve and prevent recurrenceOwning recall processes, FSANZ requirements, HACCP,



food safety and broader complianceConducting regular site visits to manufacturing and supplier partnersSupporting NPD and product projects from a quality perspectiveDeveloping supplier scorecards, data reporting and quality systems as the business maturesIdentifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities across the quality functionThis is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who enjoys ownership, direct supplier engagement, and building capability within a fast-growing FMCG setting.Skills & ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will have:Proven experience in Quality within Food, FMCG or food manufacturingStrong product quality experienceManufacturing experience with confidence working directly with manufacturers and co-packersStrong understanding of HACCP, food safety and compliance requirementsStrong sensory experience, particularly in products where sensory evaluation is central to qualityProven experience managing supplier and co-manufacturer relationshipsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships internally and externallyConfident communicator, comfortable managing upwards and owning difficult conversationsSME experience preferred, comfortable wearing multiple hatsAudit experience advantageous; systems experience beneficial
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📌 Qa Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Melbourne