Global QA Specialist: Quality & Continuous Improvement

Dr. Schär; Postal; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house canteen

In-house daycare

Flexible working hours

Smart working

Health and pension fund

Dr. Schär Academy training

Company events

Job summary

Dr. Schär is seeking a Quality-focused professional to ensure quality control of finished products and sustain a robust Quality Management System across production. The role emphasizes monitoring processes, managing deviations, and driving improvements with data-driven actions.

The ideal candidate will bring 5–8 years of quality experience, a Food Science/Technology degree, and fluency in English plus German or Italian, with a proactive, hands-on mindset for an international environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science & Technology or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in Quality roles.
• Solid understanding of production processes.
• Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to problem solving.
• Proven ability to take ownership, make decisions, and lead operationally.
• Hands-on, proactive mindset with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Fluent in English and in German or Italian.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality control of finished products.
• Maintain a strong operational presence in production, monitoring processes and managing product-related deviations.
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (e.g. ISO 9001, BRC, AIC, RSPO), including documentation and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing quality data and implementing corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with production.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Fluent English

Education

Food Science/Technology degree

Job description

Dr. Schär is seeking a Quality-focused professional to ensure quality control of finished products and sustain a robust Quality Management System across production. The role emphasizes monitoring processes, managing deviations, and driving improvements with data-driven actions.

The ideal candidate will bring 5–8 years of quality experience, a Food Science/Technology degree, and fluency in English plus German or Italian, with a proactive, hands-on mindset for an international environment.