Quality Assurance Officer - Sunshine Sugar Harwood Mill (readvertised)
Opportunity to join a sustainable agricultural manufacturing business with the northern Rivers of NSW. Develop and be part of an established Quality Assurance and Food Safety Team. Position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and is based at Harwood Sugar Mill & Refinery, near Yamba in northern NSW. This role supports customer requirements and ensures compliance with the QA and Food Safety program.
Key responsibilities include driving continuous improvement in food safety and quality operational processes, working closely with production and warehousing to meet compliance and certification requirements, resolving non-conformance issues, managing audits, and handling customer and supplier feedback.
What we are looking for:
* Commitment and a positive attitude towards safety and culture
* Qualifications in a relevant field or industry experience
* Experience in food manufacturing, food safety, or quality assurance
* Initiative to learn QA systems and teamwork skills
* Strong communication skills
* Experience with external stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
* Attention to detail
* Decision-making skills based on analysis and experience
* Problem-solving skills
* Valid driver’s license
About us
We are an Australian-owned sugar milling and refining company operating 3 mills and a refinery in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, employing over 350 people directly and supporting 2,500 indirectly. Harwood is located on the Clarence River near Yamba.
How to apply
To be considered, upload a cover letter and your resume. Applications close 31 July 2025.
The successful candidate will undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.
Note: shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you.
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* Years of experience as a Quality Assurance Officer
* Right to work in Australia
* Current Australian driver’s license
* Willingness to undergo pre-employment medical
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