About the role
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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