Our client is a leading FMCG company, with a diverse portfolio and leading brands across categories and consumer segments.
Position: Quality Director Spain - Production, Operations, and R&D (Spain)
Ref: DT85869564 | November 26, 2024 | MASS COMMODITIES
Functions
We are seeking a Quality Director responsible for the Spanish market. The role involves coordinating and supervising the implementation of Quality and Food Safety Policies across Spain, ensuring compliance with established standards and objectives in the local plants. Key responsibilities include:
1. Coordinate with departments, customers, and suppliers to monitor and improve Quality and Food Safety aspects.
2. Lead improvement teams to resolve issues proactively, identify root causes, and eliminate losses using tools such as TPM, Q-First, and Agility.
3. Approve new technologies and analytical methods in collaboration with R&D and Innovation teams.
4. Represent the company before official bodies, authorities, and associations regarding Quality and Food Safety matters.
5. Supervise the application of site policies related to clients, consumers, risk management, and authorities.
6. Audit and ensure compliance with policies and procedures related to Food Safety (HACCP, GMPs) and safety standards.
7. Ensure legal licenses and certificates are up-to-date and compliant.
8. Lead Crisis Committees when necessary.
9. Implement continuous improvement tools to enhance company reputation, reduce costs, and improve systems, including employee training and internal audits.
10. Verify product conformity according to internal specifications.
11. Implement R&D-developed procedures at the site level related to production.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
* University degree in Veterinary, Biology, Chemistry, or Food Technology.
* At least 7 years of management and quality experience in the food industry.
* Experience working in multinational companies.
* Results-driven, organized, flexible, with leadership skills, a preventive mindset, and strong problem-solving abilities.
* High proficiency in English.
* Willingness to travel.
Application
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