Quality Lead
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Job Summary
The Opportunity
This is the opportunity to own quality across a whole manufacturing plant.
Beaver Process Equipment is a growing Australian manufacturer making engineered products for the mining industry. Youll lead QA/QC at our flagship 5500m2 Brisbane plant where we manufacture our Slurryflex Abrasiguard and Defender products.
Your mission is simple ensure nothing leaves the plant unless it meets Beavers embed quality in every step from product design process development and materials all the way through to the final inspection of the finished be trusted to make calls fix problems and drive improvements that lift the whole site.
Youll be attracted to working in an owner-led business that values quality and invests for the long term.
The Role
This is a practical hands-on QA/QC lead role embedded as part of the team not just auditing from the sidelines.
Youll run the daily quality rhythm walk the shop floor collaborate with the office team inspect work and coach the team how to build quality into the way we operate. Youll keep our Quality Management System lean useful and production-friendly and partner with our engineering team to make sure we design in quality before the job even hits the shop floor.
What youll own:
QA/QC across every step in the process - from design to final inspection.
Daily inspection NCR resolution and coaching for the team.
Root cause analysis and corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
Supplier and subcontractor quality checks on materials and outsourced work.
Fit-for-purpose quality management system that is useful and production-friendly.
Liaison with clients and inspectors to ensure transparency and trust.
Work with engineering to build quality into the full product lifecycle.
Add new processes and equipment as we expand the plant.
Who You Are
Were looking for a confident practical quality leader who takes full ownership and earns respect on the floor.
You could be one of two profiles:
Step-Up Candidate (5-10 years experience)
Youre ready to own site quality for the first time. You know manufacturing youre detail-driven and you want to prove yourself by running the system not following it.
Established Candidate (10-20 years experience)
Youve done this before. You want a high-trust environment where your judgement is valued your systems are respected and your legacy is visible.
You must have the following:
QA/QC experience in manufacturing or heavy industry.
Experience developing a Quality Management System including practical QA/QC tools.
Proven ability to run inspections (internal and external) and resolve NCRs with full traceability.
Plus extra points for the following:
Background in built-to-order engineered product manufacturing.
Exposure to polyurethane rubber or ceramic lined products.
Fabrication or coatings inspection background (qualified or willing to obtain).
Youll have these character traits:
Ownership mindset takes responsibility not excuses.
Practical keeps things simple and effective.
Trusted earns respect from the team clients and suppliers.
Continuous improver always looking for a better way.
Calm communicator says it how it is with respect.
You must also be a strong fit for our No BS Beaver Core Values: In It For You
This is a high-impact role with real trust and accountability. Youll be the person who defines what quality looks like. Your work will shape how the team and plant operate.
Youll be attracted to working in an owner-led business that values quality and invests for the long term.
Whats special about this role:
Full ownership lead QA/QC end-to-end across our whole plant from design to final inspection.
Trusted authority make the calls that define our standards be the trusted technical resource we rely on.
Build quality in work with the team create a culture of building in quality at every step.
Continuous improvement fix problems build better systems make your mark.
Location
Brisbane Australia based full-time at our manufacturing plant in Salisbury.
Includes time at supplier and subcontractor sites across SEQ.
How to Apply
Were looking for serious operators who take pride in doing things right.
If you believe youre the right quality leader for this role show us.
Send your resume and a cover letter (in your words) that addresses:
Your motivation why you want this role
Your career aspiration where you want to take your career
Your suitability why you think youre a good match for this role
Apply now and help us build something great.
About Us
Beaver Process Equipment is an Australian engineered product business. It manufactures high-performance slurry piping hoses and valves for mineral process plants and pipelines. It is part of the Beaver Group a private holding company that invests in great Australian businesses to grow them for the long term.
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