QA Specialist

Gi Life Sciences

Netherlands

On-site

EUR 45,700 - 54,739

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Corporate fitness arrangement

Collective health insurance

Travel allowance

25 vacation days

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a QA Specialist to ensure product quality and food safety standards. Located in Oldenzaal, this full-time role offers a salary of up to €4,500 per month and includes extensive training and benefits like corporate fitness and travel allowances. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology and proficiency in both Dutch and English.

Qualifications

Proven experience in the food industry and knowledge of food safety systems.
Familiarity with HACCP, BRC, and specification management.
Ability to build strong cross-departmental relationships.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain internal quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and GMP.
Perform quality checks and inspections on the production floor.
Analyze and resolve quality issues and customer complaints.

Skills

Proficiency in both Dutch and English

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and solution-oriented attitude

Detail-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or related field

Tools

HACCP

BRC

GMP

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Gi Life Sciences

Recruitment Consultant at Gi Life Sciences

Salary: Up to €4,500 per month, based on 38h

Workplace type: On-site

Employment type: Full-time, Direct Contract

Shift type: Day shift

Looking for a new QA challenge in the food industry?

Join a major bakery in Oldenzaal as a QA Specialist and become part of the team that ensures the highest standards in product quality, food safety, and hygiene.

With extensive expertise in frozen bakery products, this company is one of the largest players in the global bakery industry. They combine traditional artisanal techniques with advanced industrial capabilities, always with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Offer:

Salary: Up to €4,500 per month, based on 38h
Training & Development: Access to the company’s online learning platform, offering plenty of opportunities to grow your career and make a direct impact on operations.

Additional benefits:

Corporate fitness arrangement.
Collective health insurance.
Travel allowance (€0.23 per km starting from 10 km).
25 vacation days (based on a 38-hour workweek).

As a QA Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving internal quality systems, ensuring product quality, food safety, and hygiene standards, always working closely with colleagues across different departments and in the production floor.

You\'ll also work hands-on with inspections, audits, and training, contributing to compliance with food safety standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities:

Manage and maintain internal quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and GMP.
Prepare, conduct, and follow up on internal and external audits.
Perform quality checks and inspections on the production floor.
Analyze and resolve quality issues, customer complaints, and inquiries.
Provide internal training sessions on food safety and quality awareness.
Act as an advisor and point of contact for colleagues across departments.
Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Food Technology, Food Science or a related field.
Proven experience in the food industry and knowledge of food safety systems.
Familiarity with HACCP, BRC, and specification management.
Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong cross-departmental relationships.
Proactive and solution-oriented attitude.
MUST HAVE: Proficiency in both Dutch and English.

Interested?

Apply now by clicking “Easy Apply” and uploading your updated CV, and feel free to contact:

Audrey Poluakan, Recruitment Consultant at Gi Life Sciences Netherlands

M: 0658069570

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