About the company/role: Our client, a leading global beverage manufacturer, is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to support on-the-line quality checks, routine lab testing, and sensory sample preparation.
This is a casual contract role available now until end of February 2026, with potential extension. Ideal for food science graduates or candidates looking to start their career in QA/food manufacturing.
You will work approx. 20 hours per week, with rotating shifts, and the possibility of night and weekend work. Full training is provided.
Duties:- Conduct in process quality checks on the production line
- Perform laboratory testing including water testing, brix, titration, and caffeine analysis
- Use of HPLC (highly advantageous)
- Prepare and organise samples for sensory evaluation
- Maintain strong HACCP and GMP compliance across manufacturing
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and escalate issues when required
Skills/experience: - Qualifications in Food Science or related fields
- Experience in a food testing lab or manufacturing (highly regarded)
- Strong communication, organisational and time-management skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills
Culture & Benefits:- Hands-on QA experience with an iconic global brand
- Work with products supplied to major retailers, QSRs, and restaurants
- On-site parking and close to public transport
- Supportive team environment with full training provided
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priangel on 0406 558 313 With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.