FSQA Manager (all genders)

HelloFresh; Niedersachsen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal training opportunities

Learning & Development budget

Discounts on Factor boxes

30 days vacation

Well-being initiatives

Job summary

HelloFresh in Verden (Factor production site) seeks a FSQA Manager to lead food safety and quality assurance across operations. You will drive development of standards, ensure compliance with high internal and external requirements, and act as the central interface between Production, Intralogistics, and Engineering while managing a team.

The role emphasizes proactive quality culture, data-driven improvements, and effective CAPAs with audits and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in a relevant food science field.
• Minimum 5 years in FSQA in a food manufacturing environment.
• Leadership experience in a dynamic production setting.
• Experience with HACCP or GFSI audits.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Lead FSQA team including QA/QC and sanitation.
• Develop and implement FSQA processes.
• Manage daily FSQA operations in a fast-paced setting.
• Monitor and report FSQA KPIs and site metrics.
• Coordinate CAPAs and root-cause analyses.
• Collaborate with Production, Intralogistics, Supply Chain, and Engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Google Workspace

Quality systems

Communication skills

English fluency

German language

Education

Degree in food technology/food chemistry

Job description

About the role:

What's in the Box As FSQA Manager (Food Safety & Quality Assurance), you will assume overall responsibility for food safety and quality assurance at the Factor\_ production site in Verden. You will drive the operational development of quality and food safety standards while ensuring compliance with the highest internal and external requirements. You will act as the central interface between Production, Intralogistics, and Engineering, fostering close cross-functional collaboration. You will also manage a team, further develop structures and processes, and actively promote a proactive, prevention-oriented quality culture across the site.

What you’ll do:

• The Recipe Lead the FSQA team at the Verden site, including QA/QC (Quality Assurance/ Quality Control) and sanitation operations.
• Drive the further development and implementation of all food safety and quality assurance processes.
• Manage daily FSQA operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while fostering continuous improvement.
• Monitor, analyze, and report FSQA performance using KPIs, trend analysis, and site quality metrics.
• Evaluate quality deviations, initiate root cause analyses, and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Coordinate the escalation and resolution of food safety and quality incidents as well as recalls in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Intralogistics, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to further develop processes in a data-driven and risk-oriented manner.

What you’ll bring:

• The Ingredients Degree in food technology, food chemistry, nutrition science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in food safety and quality assurance within the food or feed manufacturing industry, combined with leadership experience in a dynamic production environment.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant food safety standards and certifications (e.g., HACCP, GFSI) as well as experience in preparing for and conducting external audits.
• Strong understanding of complex production processes with the ability to implement effective cross-functional improvements.
• Data-driven, analytical, and solution-oriented working style with a structured, independent approach and strong prioritization skills as well as proficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite).
• Strong communication skills and confident stakeholder management, combined with a hands-on mentality and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English and good command of German (minimum B1/B2 level).
• Above all, we are looking for people who will make HelloFresh better.

What we offer:

• The Toppings Growth & Development: Internal training opportunities plus a yearly Learning & Development budget
• Food & Lifestyle: Discounts on Factor\_-boxes
• Compensation & Vacation: Competitive salary and 30 days of vacation
• Health & Well-being: Access to well-being initiatives, with discounted fitness offers currently being rolled out
• Future Benefits: We're working on introducing additional perks, including mobility support and a company pension scheme, to give our team even more flexibility and security

Are you the missing ingredient? If this sounds like a tasty opportunity, we'd be excited to hear from you. We aim to review your profile and respond within 5 business days. #JD1001 #factor #basecampquality