Quality Assurance Jobs in Australia
SunPork Group is hiring a Quality Assurance Officer to join its Eagle Farm processing facility in the Greater Brisbane Area. This hands-on role is ideal for professionals passionate about food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance. In the Quality Assurance Jobs, you will play a key role in ensuring high standards of product quality, hygiene, and food safety across daily production operations in one of Australia’s leading pork production companies.
About the Company:
SunPork Group is Australia’s largest farmer-owned pork producer, delivering premium Australian pork from farm to plate. With over 1,600 employees across 52 locations in Australia and New Zealand, SunPork is a trusted leader in agriculture and food production. The Eagle Farm processing facility plays a vital role in maintaining product safety, quality, and customer trust, supported by a strong and dedicated Quality Assurance team.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Quality Assurance Officer
- Location: Greater Brisbane Area, Australia
- Employment Type: Full-time (38 hours per week)
- Work Schedule: Rotating shifts
- Reporting To: Quality Assurance Manager
- Industry: Food Production / Meat Processing
Educational Requirements for the Quality Assurance Officer Role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
- Relevant industry experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily quality and food safety inspections across production areas in this Quality Assurance Officer Role.
- Monitor hygiene practices, GMP compliance, allergen controls, labelling, and product integrity
- Perform sampling, testing, and environmental monitoring activities in this Quality Assurance Officer Role.
- Identify non-conformances and support corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
- Assist with internal and external audits, including the preparation of documentation
- Maintain accurate QA records, reports, and product traceability documentation
- Work closely with Production and QA teams to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer standards
Skills Required for the Quality Assurance Officer Role:
- Experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety, or Compliance (meat or food industry preferred)
- Working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety principles
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Comfortable working in a regulated food manufacturing environment
- Willingness and flexibility to work rotating shifts
Benefits of the Quality Assurance Jobs:
- Stable employment with a large, established Australian company
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Employee discounts across 400+ retailers
- A meaningful role where your work directly impacts food safety and product quality
