Quality Assurance Technician - Numurkah

Role: Quality Assurance Technician
Location: Numurkah
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 incl. Super + premium hours allowance + bonus

At GrainCorp, we’re proud of our roots and the people who help us grow. Whether you're working at a receival site, on the tools, or managing operations, your work matters here.

As an Australian regional Canola seed crusher and oil refiner we support the local oilseed industry with a range of Canola oil and Canola meal for local and international markets. We provide the components for cooking oil, spreads and shortening, prepared foods, meal for dairy, poultry and livestock, cosmetics and lubricants, fuels and other industrial applications.

We source oilseeds from growers and accumulators in Australia to crush and create products, including crude degummed oil, refined bleached oils and Canola meal, a by-product of oilseed crush which is used for animal feed.

We’re seeking a qualified and experienced Quality Assurance Technician to join our laboratory at Numurkah. The team provides a range of analytical, microbiological and operational quality services.  

Day-to-day, you’ll evaluate and determine the suitability of product to be released whilst providing exceptional service and ensuring that all external/internal customer requirements are met. You’ll also provide technical support and advice to various teams including manufacturing and refinery; manage quality control production records; investigate non-conforming product and maintain analytical and microbiological equipment.

About your experience

Our ideal candidate has the following attributes:

• Degree in science, food science / technology, chemistry OR vocational qualification in laboratory techniques is highly advantageous
• Experience gained in a laboratory setting such as food manufacturing, petrochemical or pharmaceutical industries
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and with minimal supervision
• Willingness and flexibility to work on a rotating roster Mon-Sun incl. public holidays

What you’ll get:

• Ongoing training and safety programs
• Paid Parental leave and birthday leave
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• We’re also a Family Inclusive Workplace accredited employer, committed to supporting you both on and off the job.

Ready to apply?
It’s simple, submit your application and if your background aligns, our team will be in touch for a quick chat about your experience. We’re looking forward to getting to know you! 

Progressed candidates will be required to provide proof of working rights and will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical.