Global FSQA Audit & Certification Engineer

Lotus Bakeries, Milan; Lembeke; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Branded snacks

Job summary

Lotus Bakeries is seeking an experienced Group FSQA Certification Internal Audit Engineer to safeguard food safety and quality across all production sites worldwide. You will lead audits, drive continuous improvement in the QMS, and support certification schemes with training and policy development.

The role requires 8+ years in food safety and QA, strong HACCP and GFSI expertise, and willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Food Technology, Biochemistry, or a related field, or equivalent food industry expertise.
• 8+ years of experience in Food Safety and Quality Assurance within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in food safety management systems, HACCP, food microbiology, risk management, and GFSI schemes (BRCGS, IFS).
• Lead Auditor qualification is a strong asset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, a collaborative and analytical mindset, proficiency in English, and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the continuous improvement and harmonization of the Group Quality Management System (QMS) in line with GFSI standards and third-party certification schemes.
• Translate updates in food safety, regulatory, sustainability, and certification standards into practical policies, procedures, guidance documents, and training materials.
• Act as the subject matter expert, providing training, support, and interpretation of quality standards to stakeholders across the organization.
• Manage the group approach to external certifications, including GFSI, sustainability, and religious certification schemes, and support sites during certification audits.
• Develop and lead the global internal audit program, conduct audits at manufacturing sites, identify improvement opportunities, and strengthen auditor capabilities worldwide.

Skills

Audit management

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Master's degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

Lotus Bakeries is seeking an experienced Group FSQA Certification Internal Audit Engineer to safeguard food safety and quality across all production sites worldwide. You will lead audits, drive continuous improvement in the QMS, and support certification schemes with training and policy development.

The role requires 8+ years in food safety and QA, strong HACCP and GFSI expertise, and willingness to travel internationally.