QA & Compliance Specialist

The Company
Our client is a leading company in specialized nutrition, committed to improving the quality of life for vulnerable groups, including infants, the elderly, and individuals with specific medical needs. The company collaborates with external manufacturers to ensure that products comply with the latest regulations and meet the highest quality and safety standards.
 

Role Description
The QA & Compliance Specialist for Specialized Nutrition supports the adaptation of recipes and labels for co-manufactured products to ensure compliance with FSMP (Food for Special Medical Purpose) regulations and Quality & Food Safety (QFS) requirements. This role is crucial at ensuring that the entire product portfolio for the current projects aligns with the latest regulatory and internal standards.
 

Responsibilities
- Represent the QFS function in relevant projects, collaborating with quality managers, internal teams, and co-manufacturers to ensure compliance with the latest regulations and standards.
- Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments, identifying non-conformities and defining corrective actions with R&I and co-manufacturers.
- Support root cause analysis for product adjustments, overseeing trials, evaluations, and reformulation efforts to ensure quality compliance.
- Update product specifications and labels in coordination with R&I and operations teams, ensuring smooth commercialization of adjusted products.
- Ensure efficient project execution by aligning stakeholders, optimizing processes, and supporting regulatory submissions.
 

Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in food technology, quality, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) or 1 year (with a Master’s) of experience in a similar role, preferably within the food or pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and drive results in a cross-functional environment.
- Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with internal teams, co-manufacturers, and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
 

Other Information
This is a great opportunity for a quality professional looking to work in a dynamic, international environment. The role offers the chance to contribute to high-impact projects that ensure product safety and compliance while collaborating with global teams in the specialized nutrition industry.

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