Quality & Food Safety Manager
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What you'll do
- Lead, coach and support a team of Q&FS Associates, ensuring they have the necessary resources, technical skills and competencies to succeed within their roles
- Actively be part of the Site Leadership team, supporting the development and implementation of the Single site improvement plan.
- Provide cross-functional leadership to ensure the development of a clear roadmap to full compliance to all global Q&FS standards, collaborating with local and central teams to ensure the necessary resources and capital are secured
- Ensure the integration of Q&FS procedures and processes into manufacturing operating systems
- Act as the incident owner for Q&FS incidents on site in line with our PRIMP standard, and lead the implementation of robust corrective and preventative actions
- Lead and participate in regional Q&FS communities to promote the effective sharing of knowledge and experience across our business
- Lead regional or cross-site activities and projects in line with our regional Q&FS strategy, and in collaboration with our network of sites.
What they're looking for
- Extensive experience in a technical function
- Degree level qualification in a relevant technical or scientific discipline (Food Science/Technology, Biological, Chemical, Engineering sciences), or equivalent
- Experience in leading and managing projects in an FMCG environment
- Proven line management/supervisory experience or a proven track record in coaching and developing teams and individuals
- Knowledge of Quality & Food Safety management systems and standards
- Excellent communication skills
- Good command of the English language
Nice to have
- Knowledge of the technologies, processes, formulations and raw materials used in the manufacture of food products is preferred
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Full description from employer
Job Description:
Segment: Mars Snacking
Location: Veghel
Contract type: fulltime permanent
Help Shape the Future of Quality & Food Safety at Mars
At Mars, we believe that every product enjoyed by millions of consumers should meet the highest standards of quality, safety and consistency. As our next Quality & Food Safety (Q&FS) Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing this ambition to life.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the deployment of the Mars Snacking Q&FS strategy at site level, driving continuous improvement, strengthening our quality culture and ensuring compliance with global standards. You'll be a key member of the Site Leadership Team, influencing decisions, developing people and making a real impact across the business.
What will be your key responsibilities?
As Q&FS Manager, you will be the site leader for all Quality & Food Safety activities, ensuring excellence is embedded in everything we do.
- Lead, coach and support a team of Q&FS Associates, ensuring they have the necessary resources, technical skills and competencies to succeed within their roles
- Actively be part of the Site Leadership team, supporting the development and implementation of the Single site improvement plan.
- Provide cross-functional leadership to ensure the development of a clear roadmap to full compliance to all global Q&FS standards, collaborating with local and central teams to ensure the necessary resources and capital are secured
- Ensure the integration of Q&FS procedures and processes into manufacturing operating systems
- Act as the incident owner for Q&FS incidents on site in line with our PRIMP standard, and lead the implementation of robust corrective and preventative actions
- Lead and participate in regional Q&FS communities to promote the effective sharing of knowledge and experience across our business
- Lead regional or cross-site activities and projects in line with our regional Q&FS strategy, and in collaboration with our network of sites.
What are we looking for?
- Extensive experience in a technical function
- Degree level qualification in a relevant technical or scientific discipline (Food Science/Technology, Biological, Chemical, Engineering sciences), or equivalent, or equivalent experience
- Experience in leading and managing projects in an FMCG environment
- Proven line management/supervisory experience or a proven track record in coaching and developing teams and individuals
- Knowledge of Quality & Food Safety management systems and standards
- Knowledge of the technologies, processes, formulations and raw materials used in the manufacture of food products is preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Good command of the English language
What can you expect from Mars?
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
If you're ready to lead with purpose, champion quality and food safety excellence, and help create a better tomorrow for consumers around the world, we'd love to hear from you.
Mars. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we work today.
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