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Quality Manager | Food Sector

On-site in Castellón de la Plana·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

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Salary: €40,000 - €48,000 a year
About €2,470 - €2,860 a month after tax.
Contract: Permanent
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Stable incorporation into a leading company in the food sector.
Participation in continuous improvement projects and development of new processes.
Continuous training and regulatory updates.
Competitive salary in line with the experience provided.
Professional development opportunities.

The role

A company in the food sector is looking to hire a Quality and Food Safety Manager to lead and guarantee the correct functioning of the quality management system, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, current regulations, and the demanding requirements of major retail sector clients.

Position with high visibility and direct impact on quality strategy
Stable project in a consolidated food company in Castellón

What you'll do

Management and maintenance of the HACCP system and prerequisite plans.
Implementation, monitoring, and improvement of quality and food safety systems.
Management of IFS Food certification.
Preparation and coordination of internal, external, and customer audits.
Management of complaints, incidents, and non-conformities, defining corrective and preventive actions.
Supervision of finished product traceability.
Review and update of procedures, records, specifications, and technical documentation.
Coordination and monitoring of microbiological, physico-chemical, and allergen analyses.
Approval and evaluation of suppliers.
Supervision of labeling and compliance with current food legislation.
Training and awareness of personnel regarding quality, hygiene, and food safety.
Definition and monitoring of quality indicators and continuous improvement plans.
Liaison with customers, certification bodies, and health authorities.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

University degree in Food Science and Technology, Veterinary Medicine, Biology, Chemistry, Agri-food Engineering, or similar.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position within the food sector.
Experience in companies supplying large retailers or distribution chains.
Advanced knowledge of HACCP, food legislation, and quality management systems.
Experience in IFS Food audits.
Ability for analysis, organization, and problem-solving.
Medium-high level of Excel and ERP tools.
German language skills will be valued.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
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
With a client company
If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.
Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
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.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

Our client is a consolidated company in the food sector, recognized for its commitment to quality, food safety, and operational excellence. In a context of growth and continuous improvement, they are looking to hire a Quality and Food Safety Manager to lead the area and guarantee compliance with the highest standards in the sector.

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