Head of Quality Assurance – Quality Management
Firma Natsu Foods GmbH
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Dudeldorf • Germany
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About the role
- We are looking for an experienced and committed professional to further develop our Quality Assurance and Quality Management department and ensure our high quality standards are maintained.
- Lead and organize the Quality Assurance and Quality Management department.
- Responsible for implementing and continuously improving the quality management system (e.g., HACCP).
- Monitor production processes and ensure compliance with legal and internal quality standards.
- Conduct audits and internal inspections and coordinate external audits (e.g., IFS, MSC).
- Analyze and evaluate quality data and initiate corrective actions in case of deviations.
- Train and advise managers and operational staff on QM topics, QM standards and quality requirements.
- Work closely with the Production department and company management/operations management to drive continuous improvements.
- Serve as the main contact for suppliers and customers regarding quality issues and complaints.
- Ensure product certifications and carry out inspections to comply with relevant standards and guidelines.
Requirements
- Degree in Food Technology, Quality Management, Engineering or a comparable qualification.
- Several years of professional experience in quality assurance and quality management in food production, ideally in a leadership role.
- Solid knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, IFS, BRC).
- Leadership skills and experience managing a team.
- Excellent communication skills and assertiveness.
- Analytical thinking, structured working methods and a strong quality awareness.
- Confident user of MS Office.
- Very good German language skills, written and spoken; English skills are an advantage.
- Driver's license and own car for reaching the site.
Benefits
- A secure position in a growing industry — food is always in demand.
- Training & professional development — both technical and personal.
- A dynamic working environment with varied responsibilities.
- Access employee discounts from many well-known providers (Corporate Benefits).
- Benefit from flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths that offer significant scope for shaping your role.
- Flexible working hours.
- Employer contribution to company pension scheme.
- Pleasant working environment with air-conditioned rooms and ergonomic equipment.
- Enjoy free beverages and a filled chest with our delicious products.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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