Essence Group is seeking an experienced Quality Coordinator to join the Quality Team in a permanent full-time position based on site at the South Nowra facility. This is a Monday to Friday role with standard working hours, with shifts between 6am – 4pm with some occasional flexibility required.

Essence Group are an Australian owned full service, contract manufacturer, distributor and innovator of industrial goods, nutraceuticals, and infant nutrition. Established for over 15 years, Essence Group has become the leading high-quality contract manufacturer in Australia. For further information visit Essence Group – Industry recognised and accredited food contract manufacturer (essencegp.com.au)

Your new role

In conjunction with the QA Manager the Quality Coordinator duties will include:

- Assist in preparation of GMP documents, development of company SOPs, batch records and specifications and other controlled procedures and documents.

- Coordinating testing, verification and release of raw materials, packaging materials and final product.

- Assist with deviations, Out of Specification investigations and risk assessments.

- Assist with the supplier approval process.

- Participate in regulatory and customer audits.

- Participate in product recall process.

- Assist in managing changes to products, processes, or parameters to ensure compliance with TGA requirements.

- Conduct internal audits and raise CAPA’s, change controls and deviations.

- Support the validation program and activities.

- Ensure Product Quality Review is complete and adherent to the schedule.

- Assist in customer complaint investigations, in root cause identifications, and ensuring corrective and preventative actions are implemented and closed out promptly.

- Communicate the relevant requirements of the PQS and QMS to appropriate staff and provide training, as required.

- To act as an Authorised Person for TGA Release for supply.

- Ad hoc QA/QC duties within the Quality Team as requested.

Essential Criteria

- Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience, preferably in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry or food technology.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- High attention to detail.

- Ability to effectively self-manage work priorities to meet schedule requirements.

- Intermediate proficiency using and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.

- Evidence of unlimited rights to work in Australia.

- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP).

- Experience working in a TGA licenced (or equivalent) facility

Desirable Criteria

- Intermediate proficiency using SAP.

- Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

- HACCP training/knowledge.

Essence Group are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and all employees are empowered to contribute their best. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences meeting the tenure of the role requirements to apply.

Please note that successful candidates must hold current open Australian Working Rights without restrictions. Applicants requiring sponsorship are not eligible for consideration.

TO APPLY

Please apply using the link, attaching a copy of your current CV and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.