Food Technology Manager

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 ((#youfoodz))