Your challenge as Quality Manager is to be the driving force behind the quality and food safety management system. You ensure that our Herent plant complies with all regulations and customer requirements (BRC, IFS, FAVV, Organic, Halal). With your expertise, you define hygiene and food safety standards to meet customer expectations and ensure these standards are maintained through systematic follow-up.
About the Role
As Quality Manager, you are responsible for managing and improving the food defense plan together with the food defense team
Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate quality and food safety policies (HACCP, GMP)
* Responsible for the QC laboratory performing daily analyses
* Coach and manage a team of 7 QA/QC employees
* Manage quality-related projects
* Prepare, conduct, and support internal and external audits
* Monitor legislation and perform risk analyses
* Raise awareness and train staff on quality and food safety topics
* Oversee hygiene, safety, and cleaning processes
* Manage supplier evaluations and complaint follow-up
Qualifications
* Master's degree in a food-related field
* 3–5 years of relevant experience in quality management within the food industry
Required Skills
* Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRC, IFS, and food safety regulations
* Experience with audits, quality control, and process optimization
* Strong analytical and communication skills
* Team player with leadership capabilities
* Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a plus