Safeguard food safety and product quality in a production environment in Alphen. Manage the quality system and address quality issues and complaints. 24–40 hours, temporary contract with the prospect of permanent employment. Salary: €3,100–€3,700 gross per month based on 40 hours.
The role
As a QA Officer with a client company in the food industry, you will safeguard and improve the quality and food safety of raw materials, production processes and finished products. You will manage, maintain and monitor the quality system, answer customer-specific queries, and handle complaints from customers and suppliers. You will work closely with production and the quality team.
Key responsibilities
- Manage and maintain certifications.
- Act as the first point of contact for employees on hygiene and food safety.
- Draft, develop, update and communicate requirements, work instructions and procedures; remind employees to follow the quality system when needed.
- Monitor the quality assurance of raw materials and finished products.
- Resolve quality issues in the production process.
- Keep up with relevant industry developments, quality standards and regulations, and translate them into internal processes.
- Identify preventive improvements and measures, including in response to complaints, and monitor their implementation.
- Proactively suggest ways to improve the quality system and contribute to production process improvements by taking part in and/or coordinating projects.
Your profile
- HBO-level working and thinking skills, with a completed qualification in Food Technology or a comparable field.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role in the food industry.
- Knowledge of food safety systems and standards, such as HACCP and IFS.
- Good command of Dutch and English.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Working arrangements and offer
- Temporary contract with the prospect of permanent employment.
- 24–40 hours. Specific working hours and shift patterns have not been specified.
- Gross salary of €3,100–€3,700 per month based on 40 hours, excluding allowances. The salary depends on age and experience.
- Pension scheme and travel expense reimbursement.
- Opportunities for professional development.