Quality Manager

• Lead a national quality function
• Based in Docklands (newly refurbished)
• Hybrid work
  
  

THE OPPORTUNITY….

Driscoll's is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead fruit quality performance across our supply chain, playing a key role in transforming and embedding our Quality Management System and elevating quality capability across the business.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, you will be responsible for driving product quality, consistency, shelf life outcomes and retailer performance while coaching and supporting a national team of Quality Control Officers across our network of distribution centres.

This is a business-critical role with significant influence across growers, operations, supply chain, sales and customers. You will drive continual improvement across product quality and post-harvest management while ensuring our Quality Management System remains effective and fit for purpose. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Coaching and development of quality control teams. 
• Maintenance and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System and implementation of new systems.
• Leading strategic Quality initiatives and project management. 
• Leading cold chain compliance including setting of standards, from farm to customer shelf.
• Analysing quality trends, customer feedback, rejects and retailer performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Leading investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions relating to quality issues.
• Partnering with growers, DC's and operational teams to improve product consistency and shelf life.
• Supporting new product introductions and product performance initiatives.
• Developing quality standards, reporting frameworks and performance measures.
• Building strong relationships with key retail customers and internal stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU…

• Degree qualifications in Agriculture, Food Science or a related discipline.
• Experience in a similar role within fresh produce or perishable goods. 
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and post-harvest management principles.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across multiple functions.
• Ability to travel interstate from time to time. 
• Unrestricted working rights.

WHY DRISCOLL'S?

Driscoll's is the world's leading berry company and Australia's largest branded berry business. 

This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on quality outcomes across a national supply chain while working closely with growers, operations teams and some of Australia's largest retailers.

Want to join Driscoll’s?

Our passion for berries extends to nurturing our people, we invest in your growth and prosperity through various benefits:

• Workplace Flexibility: We believe in giving staff a better work life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements for this role. 
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks’ pay for the primary carer and up to 2 weeks for the secondary carer.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Programs designed to support your professional development including access to global mentoring programs.
• Employee Perks: Service recognition awards and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program
• Annual Health Program: Seasonal flu shots onsite. 
• Study Leave: Leave to support your educational pursuits. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Tailored well-being programs, confidential advice and big brand discounts!
• Novated Car Lease: Enjoy the convenience and savings on a novated lease. 

Experience the Driscoll’s difference. Apply now to connect with our friendly team and learn more about the exceptional employee experience at Driscoll’s.