About The Job
Permanent | Manufacturing Site | Kiewa, Australia
Join
Danone
, a global leader in health-focused food and specialised nutrition
Lead Quality & Food Safety strategy, culture, and performance across a world-class manufacturing site
Drive continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence while developing high-performing teams
ABOUT THE ROLE
Danone is seeking an experienced and influential
QFS Plant Leader (PQM)
to lead the Quality & Food Safety function within one of our manufacturing sites.
Reporting to the
Plant Leader
, you will provide strategic leadership and direction across Quality & Food Safety, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Danone standards, and customer expectations while driving a strong culture of quality throughout the site.
As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, you will lead a team of Quality & Food Safety professionals and partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, R&I;, and Commercial teams to deliver continuous improvement, risk management, and sustainable business performance.
This is a highly visible leadership role combining people leadership, technical expertise, governance, and operational excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality & Food Safety Leadership
Lead the site's Quality & Food Safety strategy and agenda
Develop and coach a high-performing QFS team
Drive a solid Culture of Quality across the manufacturing site
Partner with the Plant Leadership Team to deliver business objectives
Compliance & Licence to Operate
Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and Danone QFS standards
Maintain effective Quality and Food Safety Management Systems
Lead certification, audit, and governance activities
Manage food safety risks, quality incidents, and crisis response
Quality Performance & Continuous Improvement
Drive improvements in quality, food safety, consumer complaints, and non-conformances




Monitor QFS KPIs and implement corrective and preventive actions
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiativesEnsure quality governance across projects, product launches, and change management activities
Stakeholder Leadership & Business Partnership
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, R&I;, and Commercial teams
Partner with regulatory authorities, auditors, customers, and external stakeholders
Manage QFS budgets and support site investment priorities
Champion best practice sharing across local, regional, and global teams
About You
ABOUT YOU
You are a strategic and people-focused Quality leader who is passionate about food safety, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams.
You thrive in manufacturing environments and can influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
Ideally, you will have:
Degree qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or a related discipline
Significant experience in Quality & Food Safety leadership within food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, or other highly regulated industries
Proven success leading teams and driving business performance
Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, FSSC *****, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements
Experience leading audits, compliance programs, and risk management activities
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
Experience working within complex manufacturing environments
Strong analytical,



problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities
About Us
WHY JOIN DANONE?
At Danone, our mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
Guided by our purpose of
One Planet.
One Health
, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation and a Great Place to Work, creating positive impact for people, communities, and the planet while fostering a culture where our people can thrive.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Play a critical role in protecting consumers and ensuring the highest standards of quality and food safety.
Lead Excellence
Shape quality culture, drive continuous improvement, and influence performance across a strategic manufacturing site.
Regional & Global Exposure
Collaborate with local, regional, and global stakeholders while contributing to Danone's broader Quality & Food Safety agenda.
WE OFFER
At Danone, purpose and performance go hand in hand.
We are committed to creating an environment where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do meaningful work while growing their careers.
What you can expect
A collaborative and supportive culture
Flexible ways of working where operationally feasible
Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
Exposure to local, regional, and global stakeholders
An inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive
Competitive Total Rewards
Health, life and salary continuance insurance benefits
26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
Annual salary reviews and performance-based incentives
A comprehensive employee benefits program designed to support your wellbeing and financial security
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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