Lead the QA team and safeguard product quality and food safety. Maintain the quality system, analyse trends and drive improvements with production and product development. 32–40 hours per week, based in Almere.
The role
As QA Manager, you will lead, coach and support the QA team. You will maintain the existing quality management system and work closely with production, product development and other departments to ensure products meet quality and food safety requirements.
- Analyse quality records, identify trends and implement improvements.
- Keep up to date with changes in legislation and standards and put relevant requirements into practice.
- Represent the organisation in certification processes.
- Maintain contact with suppliers and customers on quality requirements.
- Report on QA performance and recommend improvements to management.
What you bring
- A completed, relevant higher professional or bachelor's degree, for example in food technology or a comparable field.
- At least 5 years of quality experience in the food industry.
- Knowledge of and practical experience with food safety systems and relevant legislation.
- A good command of Dutch and English.
- A proactive approach, attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
- Strong communication skills, an analytical and structured approach, leadership skills and the ability to work independently.
What is offered
- A 32–40-hour working week, with Almere as the work location.
- Salary based on your knowledge and experience.
- Employment terms under the applicable collective agreement; pay is issued every four weeks.
- 25 days of annual leave based on a full-time working week.
- Staff discount on products.
- Scope for initiative, responsibility and personal development, with a long-term outlook.