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Quality Assurance and Sustainability Specialist

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 2 months ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Our summary

Salary: €32,000 - €35,000 a year
About €2,040 - €2,200 a month after tax.
Hours: Jornada intensiva in summer
Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Food Science and Technology, Veterinary Science, Nutrition, Biology, Engineering, or related disciplines.
Previous experience in Quality, Food Safety and Sustainability areas
Knowledge of sustainability applied to packaging, especially in the catering sector.
Knowledge of the PPWR
Solid knowledge of food legislation applicable in Spain and/or Portugal.
Ability to interpret regulations and communicate them clearly and practically to different stakeholders within the organization.
Self-sufficient, proactive profile with the ability to adapt quickly to dynamic and changing environments.
Strong communication skills, cross-functional collaboration, and relationship management with corporate areas, suppliers, and franchisees.
Advanced English level, essential for participating in meetings, presentations, and international projects with Europe and the United States.
Availability for occasional travel within Spain and Portugal, as well as occasional trips at the European level (on average once a month).

Nice to have

Valuable experience or knowledge of sustainability regulations, waste management, carbon footprint, and environmental requirements with operational impact.
Previous experience in organized catering, consulting, or food retail is highly valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract directly with the company.
Fixed salary between €32,000 and €35,000 gross per year, depending on experience and suitability for the role.
Annual bonus linked to individual performance and company results of 6%.
Hybrid work model with 2 days of remote work per week.
Flexible schedule with arrival between 8:00 and 10:00.
Intensive working day during the summer period.
Optional flexible benefits plan that includes transport, restaurant, and childcare.
Medical insurance and life insurance.
Immersive initial training in restaurant operations in both Spain and Portugal.

The role

International companyGreat projection

Newly created position
Leading company

What you'll do

Monitor and ensure compliance with legislation and regulations applicable to restaurant operations in Spain and Portugal, with a special focus on food safety, sustainability, and operational requirements.
Analyze, interpret, and coordinate the implementation of regulations related to food safety, waste management, food waste, environmental requirements, and packaging regulations.
Assess the operational impact of new legal requirements and regulatory changes, ensuring their proper implementation in restaurants.
Act as an internal reference on regulatory compliance, providing support to Operations, Quality, and franchise teams.
Monitor supplier and product compliance for new launches, ensuring adherence to corporate standards.
Manage and maintain supplier and product documentation on the corresponding corporate platforms.
Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product Development (NPD), and Supply Chain departments to ensure proper coordination of commercial launches.
Prepare and update nutritional, allergen, and other regulatory information associated with new products and campaigns.
Provide technical support to the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) area, integrating legal requirements into procedures, operational standards, and training materials.
Participate in audits, official inspections, and corrective action plans arising from identified incidents or non-compliances.
Conduct occasional visits to restaurants and other operational sites to support projects, audits, or improvement initiatives.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
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If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
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Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

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Support continues after the contract is signed.
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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.