Strategic QA & Food Safety Leader

MindCapture BV; Brussel; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Health insurance (DKV)

Group insurance

Net expense allowance

Company car

Job summary

MindCapture BV is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to own QA and food safety for a food-industry client. You will define quality strategies, KPIs and lead a QA/QC team across production to ensure compliance.

You will develop and maintain QMS per FSSC 22000, IFS, HACCP and GMP, while driving CAPA, audits and regulatory guidance. Collaboration with production, R&D and management will drive continuous improvement and a strong quality culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Food Science, Technology, Biochemistry or related)
• Several years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Management or Food Safety in the food industry
• Strong knowledge of FSSC 22000, IFS, HACCP, GMP and related legislation
• Proven leadership experience coaching and developing teams
• Strategic mindset with pragmatic, analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of QA and Food Safety, defining strategies, objectives and KPIs
• Develop and maintain QMS in line with standards (FSSC 22000, GMP, HACCP, IFS)
• Lead, coach and develop the QA/QC team and prioritize activities
• Ensure quality, hygiene and safety across the full production chain
• Manage CAPA, recalls, traceability, audits and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate internal and certification audits and close findings
• Collaborate with production, R&D and management to drive continuous improvement
• Monitor quality performance and promote training-based quality awareness

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Food Safety

Audits

Regulatory Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Food Science/ related field

Job description

MindCapture BV is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to own QA and food safety for a food-industry client. You will define quality strategies, KPIs and lead a QA/QC team across production to ensure compliance.

You will develop and maintain QMS per FSSC 22000, IFS, HACCP and GMP, while driving CAPA, audits and regulatory guidance. Collaboration with production, R&D and management will drive continuous improvement and a strong quality culture.