Freelance Quality & Safety Manager - FOOD

Michael Page; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role

6-month contract

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Senior Quality Manager for a leading food manufacturer in Belgium. You will lead the quality function, ensure ongoing compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

You will manage the QMS, coordinate audits (BRC, HACCP, GMP), develop the team, and work closely with production and operations. Fluent in Dutch and English; 7–10 years of quality management experience is essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in a Quality Management role within food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory compliance (BRC, HACCP, GMP).
• Experience managing audits and implementing CAPA.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and customer requirements.
• Lead quality assurance activities, including audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with standards such as BRC, HACCP, and Belgian food legislation.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, driving follow-up actions and sustainable improvements.
• Manage, coach, and develop the quality team while collaborating closely with production, operations, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Quality management

Audits & CAPA

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Food safety knowledge

Dutch and English fluency

Job description

Opportunity Highlights

• 6-months contract to start in January 2027
• Food leader

About Our Client

Our client is a leading food manufacturing company focused on operational excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement across its production activities.

Job Description

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and customer requirements.
• Lead quality assurance activities, including audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as BRC, HACCP, and Belgian food legislation.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, driving follow-up actions and sustainable improvements.
• Manage, coach, and develop the quality team while collaborating closely with production, operations, and other key stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in a Quality Management role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory compliance (BRC, HACCP, GMP).
• Proven experience in managing audits and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What's on Offer

• Freelance assignment.
• Full-time engagement (5 days per week).
• On-site presence required to ensure close collaboration with production and operational teams.
• Focus on quality performance, food safety compliance, team leadership, and continuous improvement.
• Duration: 6 months.