Company Description Krio Krush, part of the Key Food Group, is a proudly Australian food manufacturer known as the flavor expert for professional kitchens. For over 30 years, the company has sourced, blended, and supplied premium seasonings, herbs, spices, and ingredients to foodservice clients across Australia and internationally. Operating from a state-of-the-art production facility in Sydney with a dedicated demonstration kitchen, Krio Krush specializes in custom savory and sweet blends tailored to chefs’ needs.

The business offers a catalogue of over 300 products, including the famous Chicken Salt range, designed for consistent flavor and efficiency in busy commercial kitchens. Krio Krush is built on deep industry knowledge, strong relationships, and a people-focused culture that values quality at every stage of production.

Role Description This full-time, on-site role in Sydney, NSW combines responsibilities as a Team Leader in production with automated lines experience, QA Technician, and QA/Technical Manager. The role oversees day-to-day production operations on automated lines, ensuring schedules are met, resources are used efficiently, and safety and food quality standards are maintained. Tasks include supervising production staff, coordinating production planning, monitoring line performance, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

The position also manages quality assurance activities, including in-process checks, product testing, documentation,



and compliance with relevant food safety and regulatory requirements. The role collaborates closely with operations, R&D;, and commercial teams to support new product launches, maintain quality systems, and resolve technical or process issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong Supervisory Skills, with experience leading production teams and supporting performance, training, and safety.
- Candidates should possess Production Planning and Production Management skills to coordinate schedules, optimize line efficiency, and meet output and quality targets.
- Candidates should possess Communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, report issues clearly, and support a positive, inclusive work workplace.
- Candidates should possess Operations Management skills to oversee day-to-day factory operations, implement process improvements, and maintain compliance with food safety and quality standards.
- Relevant experience in food manufacturing, preferably with automated production lines and seasoning or ingredient blends.
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations, with the ability to manage QA documentation and audits.
- Technical qualification in food science, food technology, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and capability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

📌 Team leader production with automated lines experience. Qa technician. Qa/Technical Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Krio Krush
📍 Sydney