Descripción de la oferta
We are a global 360º natural ingredients solutions provider to the Food & Beverage industry. For over 30 years we have been providing natural fruit solutions such as juice concentrates, multi blends, bases for soft drinks, oils, and natural aromas. With a fully flexible approach to processing and manufacturing, we enable new opportunities for collaboration and sustainable product innovations.Desplácese hacia abajo para encontrar los detalles completos de la oferta de trabajo, incluyendo la experiencia requerida y las funciones y tareas asociadas.TheQuality Control (QC) Specialistensures that allproducts(raw materials, intermediate, samples and final products),processes, andproceduresmeet companyquality standardsas well as regulatory and food safety requirements.This role is responsible for monitoringproductionactivities, performing quality inspections, conducting tests, documenting results, authorizing the release of final products and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to guarantee high-quality, safe products for customers.This position is also responsible for supporting overall activities within the Quality, and Production departments.Product Sampling & TestingReception of Production Orders from Master Blender and checking customer’s quality specifications for each production.Perform routine sampling of raw materials, intermediates, samples and finished products according to established QC protocols.Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory tests (e.g., pH, viscosity, moisture, texture, color, taste, weight checks, Brix, acidity, ratio, color, vitamin C, HMF, nitrates, defects, and organoleptic evaluation, sensory, GC/MS, density, alcohol content).Record results accurately and ensure data integrity within QC logs and systems.Decide on the Quality approval of products based on the analyzed data and the product specs.Authorized to block by Quality and reject the usage of certain raw materials that didn´t meet the expected specs.Production Line MonitoringConduct on‑line quality checks at predefined intervals to ensure products meet internal specifications.Implement necessary training or refresher to the production team on specific topics or generic processes.Verify key control parameters such as fill weights, packaging integrity, sealing, labelling accuracy, and product appearance.Identify deviations or abnormalities and communicate them immediately to production teams to prevent defects or rework.Detect defects, inconsistencies, or out-of-spec conditions during testing or line checks.Track recurring defects and escalating trends to supervisors for quality improvement initiatives.Calibrate QC equipment according to internal schedules and maintain calibration records.Complete QC records, test sheets, and inspection checklists in a timely and accurate manner.Maintain traceability of samples, test batches, and production runs.Hygiene & Housekeeping Within QC ScopeKeep QC lab and sampling areas clean, organized, and compliant with internal hygiene standards.Bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.Prior experience (3+ years) in Quality Control within the Food & Beverage industry, flavours will be an advantage.Solid understanding offood safety principles, HACCP, GMP, and quality management systems.Fluent in English.Seasonal fruit delivered to the office twice a week. xcskxlj Being part of a multicultural global team.
