Food Safety & Quality Assurance Officer

Situated on 2,000ha, the JBS Riverina Plant is a part of the Riverina integrated farming, feedlot and processing operation. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimizing stress and transportation costs, while simultaneously improving eating quality – one of only two in the southern hemisphere.

Based just outside Yanco, between the popular townships of Leeton and Narrandera in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation district (or Riverina region), our location ensures the ability to source high quality feeder cattle and grain to produce premium beef. The plant employs approximately 450 team members with a processing capacity of 600 head of cattle per day, operating 5 days per week.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Quality Assurance Officer at our Riverina Plant.  We are seeking a passionate, energetic individual who is committed to providing effective professional service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct pre-operational hygiene assessment of manufacturing facility
• Monitor daily all facets of customer specifications and regulatory requirements
• Participate in internal audits when required
• Report to the FSQA Management any inadequacy in approved programs or processing procedures
• Undertake other related activities as directed

KEY CRITERIA:

• Current Attainment of Ausmeat Accreditation is advantageous
• Industry experience in Food Safety & Quality Assurance practices would be a strong advantage
• Understanding of quality assurance principles and HACCP
• Good verbal & written communication abilities
• Sound computer skills (MS Office)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating organisational & time management skills
• Sound computer and auditing skills

Well trained, motivated employees are the key to our success.  JBS understands that employment is a partnership.  We are committed to offering a positive work environment, continuous learning and appropriately rewarding the people who make our company a success.  We expect your best.  In return, you choose how far you’ll go with JBS.