Head of Quality Manufacturing
Alcantarilla, Region of Murcia, ES
About us
We are a multinational food company that conserves the goodness of nature in our products. We carefully select our fruit and vegetables from their origin, maintaining the highest quality and safety throughout the production process.
We pride ourselves in providing consumers with natural, healthy, and nutritious products that have made us a reference in infant and adult nutrition.
What is our commitment?
We are on a mission to delight consumers by conserving the goodness of nature. However, our core goals remain the same. We have adapted to change, offering consumers high quality, healthy, natural and sustainable food.
Hero Spain has been certified as a #TopEmployer in 2023 and 2024, reflecting our ongoing commitment to the well-being and development of our team of talents.
Purpose
We are on a mission to conserve what's good in nature. We strive to conduct our business sustainably and do the right thing. Always. Without compromises.
How can you help us?
The Head of Quality Manufacturing will manage all aspects of quality assurance and food safety in our Hero Spain manufacturing site. This role demands expertise in food safety regulations, quality systems, and the unique challenges of baby food production. The candidate must have strong leadership skills to guide the team, ensuring top standards of safety and quality.
Your main responsibilities
Leadership and Team Development:
1. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quality assurance and food safety professionals.
2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.
3. Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
Quality Assurance:
1. Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems (QMS) in compliance with industry standards and regulations.
2. Ensure adherence of manufacturing site to the QM processes.
3. Oversee the execution of quality control processes.
4. Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards.
5. Lead periodic Management Reviews about the Quality and Food Safety performance and trends.
Food Safety:
1. Develop and implement food safety programs.
2. Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections.
3. Manage food safety incidents and coordinate corrective actions.
Regulatory Compliance:
1. Stay updated on local, national, and international food safety regulations.
2. Ensure all products meet regulatory requirements.
3. Liaise with regulatory authorities as needed.
Skills and Competencies
Background:
1. Masters degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 15 years of experience in quality assurance and food safety, with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
3. Extensive knowledge of baby food manufacturing processes and regulations.
4. Strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, ISO, and other food safety standards.
Others:
Based in Murcia
What do we offer you?
1. Flexible Schedule and early finish on Fridays.
2. Attractive Compensation & Benefits package.
3. Continuous learning and development.
4. Collaborative and challenging multinational environment.
If you want to know more about Hero, access our web site: www.hero.es
If you want to dive into our commitment to sustainability, access our 2022 Sustainability Report.
Will you join us?
Please send your CV and relevant documents to ana.garciamartinez@hero.es / andrea.garcia@hero.es
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