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Description (EN)

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Job Description

As the Food Technology Manager, you will oversee the Food Safety program, including the validation of new products, product changes, and new and current processes/equipment across all Youfoodz product lines. You will ensure compliance with Australian food standards, manage raw material to finished product specifications, lead and mentor a team of 3 Food Technologists, and drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to have a high impact in a fast-paced environment. Based in Karawatha, this role offers the exciting opportunity to lead our food technology operations and reports directly to the Head of Quality Assurance & Technical.

You will…

  • Oversee the Food Safety program, including product and process/equipment validations
  • Lead and mentor a team of 3 Food Technologists, managing rosters and team development
  • Review and approve raw material, component, and finished product specifications
  • Ensure accurate creation, review, and approval of label information and NIPs in compliance with FSANZ and legal standards
  • Facilitate Food Safety requirements within the Menu Development (NPD) process
  • Lead Quality Squad and continuous improvement activities to improve quality metrics
  • Coordinate with QA regarding HACCP reviews and process/procedure updates for new products
  • Monitor regulatory changes via Food Legal and FSANZ subscriptions

You have/are…

  • Tertiary degree in Food Science or Technology
  • Minimum 5 years of food industry experience in a Food Technology role
  • Minimum 2 years of experience leading technical teams
  • Sound knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems, HACCP, and FSANZ food standards
  • Strong leadership, communication, analytical problem-solving, and relentless prioritization skills

What you’ll get in return… 

  • The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company
  • Flexible working arrangements 
  • Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth
  • Free access to Headspace
  • Internal learning & development 
  • A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries
  • Company discount - 70% off HelloFresh & 40% Youfoodz
  • Onsite gym at the facility
  • Convenient on-site parking.

Start Date: Immediately available - Can wait a notice period

Duration: Permanent full time role. You must have the right to work full-time in Australia/New Zealand

Location: Karawatha, Brisbane - Parking On site 

Salary: Competitive salary & employee benefits

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