Calibration Coordinator | 12-month fixed-term contract | Based in Tatura Vic

• Specific focus on infrared spectroscopy equipment
• Make a valuable impact at The Great Australian Food Company!
• Based in Tatura, regional Victoria, our site is an icon in the region

The Role

Our Tatura site is an icon in the region, well known around the world for its quality dairy products. As well as being the country's largest producer of cream cheese, it also produces infant formula, nutritional lactoferrin, various milk powders, plus our famous single serve butter.

Are you passionate about precision and quality? Join Bega Group as a Calibration Coordinator and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our rapid analytical instrumentation. You will have a specific focus on infrared spectroscopy equipment, used to measure and monitor the composition of our iconic Bega products.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover parental leave.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact role within a leading Australian food company. Based in Tatura, you'll also enjoy occasional travel to our other manufacturing sites as part of your responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduled calibrations of cutting-edge analytical instruments, with a focus on infrared spectroscopy (FT-NIR, FT-IR, NIR)
  
• Own the full lifecycle of instrumentation-from procurement to replacement
  
• Be the go-to expert for spectroscopy equipment, offering hands-on troubleshooting and technical support
  
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and key regulations like ISO and food safety
  
• Monitor performance metrics to keep instruments running smoothly and efficiently

About you

• Post-secondary education in Laboratory Techniques, Food Science, Chemistry or Engineering
  
• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control.
  
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality
  
• Proficiency in the use of data management systems and information technology.
  
• Experience in the food or dairy industry is highly desirable
  

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch-ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
  
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
  
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
  
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
  
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
  

Applications

The successful applicant may be required to complete a pre-employment medical.

Must hold a current Australian driver's license.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.