Quality & Food Safety Manager

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for organizing and supervising laboratory activities, including performing analytical controls and developing new analytical methods. Likewise, they lead and coordinate quality control laboratory activities, maintain and supervise quality management systems within their scope of responsibility, perform the control and monitoring of the HACCP system, and ensure the maintenance of necessary records and supporting documentation.

• Organize, supervise, and control the activities and tasks performed in the laboratory.
• Manage the control of quality parameters and perform their monitoring, coordinating the inspection and testing activities of raw materials, in-process products, and finished products manufactured at the plant.
• Manage the contracting and coordination of external analytical services and analytical control.
• Define and guarantee product identification and traceability systems.
• Coordinate the calibration plan for the testing equipment in the quality control laboratory.
• Evaluate and determine the disposition of non-conforming products.
• Manage and maintain records associated with quality non-conformities.
• Lead all activities related to the food safety HACCP system at the plant.
• Guarantee that the management system is established, implemented, maintained, and updated in accordance with IFS and FSSC 22000 requirements.
• Periodically report to Management on the effectiveness and adequacy of the management system.
• Organize training for HACCP team members, as well as convene meetings and prepare the corresponding minutes.
• Maintain communication with Administrations and competent bodies.
• Verify the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls for key quality and food safety parameters.
• Lead and manage safety in their area of responsibility, actively promoting the company's safety culture and guaranteeing its integration and compliance by all personnel.
• Perform the functions and responsibilities assigned in the plant's Emergency Plan.

City : Escombreras - Cartagena

State : Murcia (ES-MU)

Country : Spain (ES)

Requisition Number : 49212

• University degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Food Science and Technology, or related disciplines.
• Postgraduate training or a Master's degree in Industrial Chemistry, Agri-food Industry, Quality Control, or related areas will be valued.
• Fluent command of Spanish and an advanced level of English.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position.
• Basic training in Occupational Risk Prevention (PRL) and experience in team leadership in dynamic environments will be valued.
• Experience in industrial processes within the food industry, industrial laboratories, or related sectors such as energy or manufacturing.
• Availability to travel.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and SAP.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrable knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures applicable to the sector.
• Advanced knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points).

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

• We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge