Job offer : Quality Manager | Food Industry

Actual Talent is the international talent acquisition consultancy of Actual Group. We offer Executive Search, RPO, and Talent Solutions services, supporting professionals and organizations in their growth and development.

We are currently supporting a consolidated industrial company, belonging to an international group, in the recruitment of a Quality Manager (M/F) to lead this area at one of its production sites in the province of Badajoz.

We are looking for a profile with a solid background in quality management and food safety, accustomed to working in demanding industrial environments with high quality standards and a clear focus on continuous improvement.

The position offers the opportunity to take on a key role in the management and evolution of the organization's quality systems, leading a team of professionals and collaborating closely with the company's various areas.

What will your main responsibilities be?

• Lead and develop the Quality and Food Safety area of the production site.

• Define, implement, and supervise quality and food safety management systems.

• Ensure compliance with applicable national and European regulations.

• Supervise the quality control laboratory and coordinate monitoring and control activities.

• Manage and maintain HACCP systems and IFS, BRC, or equivalent certification standards.

• Lead internal and external audits, as well as inspections by official bodies.

• Manage incidents, non-conformities, traceability, and corrective actions.

• Coordinate technical communication with suppliers, customers, and external entities.

• Promote continuous improvement initiatives and foster a quality culture throughout the organization.

• Lead, coordinate, and develop a team of professionals in the area.

What profile are we looking for?

• University degree in Food Science and Technology, Pharmacy, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Agri-food Engineering, or related fields.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in positions related to Quality and Food Safety, preferably in industrial environments of companies with consolidated quality systems.

• Experience in team management and cross-functional coordination with different departments.

• Solid knowledge of HACCP, IFS, BRC, and food regulations.

• Experience in audits, non-conformity management, and traceability systems.

• High level of English.

• Availability to travel.

• Leadership skills, autonomy, organization, and focus on continuous improvement.

What do we offer?

• Integration into a consolidated industrial company with an international presence.

• Stable project with direct responsibility for the Quality area.

• Opportunity to lead a team and actively participate in the improvement of processes and management systems.

• Dynamic professional environment with cross-functional collaboration and development possibilities.

• Competitive remuneration package, in line with the experience and responsibilities of the position.