Lead quality assurance at a food production site in Venlo. You will oversee day-to-day quality activities, lead the QA Coordinator and guide audits. 28–36 hours per week by agreement, with a market-rate salary and the prospect of a permanent contract.
The role
As QA Manager at our client company in Venlo, you will be the first point of contact for emergencies, product recalls and complaints. You will be a member of the operational management team and chair the HACCP team. Together, you will help promote a strong food safety and quality culture.
Responsibilities
- Support and advise senior management, which retains ultimate responsibility for quality.
- Motivate, inform and lead the QA Coordinator.
- Be responsible for day-to-day quality activities and the related quality planning.
- Plan and guide internal and external audits to maintain relevant certifications.
- Maintain contact with customers, suppliers, regulatory authorities and industry associations.
- Train and instruct colleagues.
What you bring
- A completed higher professional education (HBO) qualification, for example in food technology, Food & Business or Food Innovation.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a supportive, coaching approach.
- A positive, detail-oriented, resilient and proactive attitude, with a hands-on approach.
- The ability to work independently and effectively without direct supervision.
- Experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
- Availability to start immediately.
What is offered
- 28–36 hours per week, by agreement.
- A market-rate salary.
- Additional benefits, including a pension scheme, the option to participate in a bicycle plan, and an employee discount on products.
- The prospect of a permanent contract.