Head of Quality Assurance (m/f/d)

Stollwerck GmbH is a confectionery and food company with four locations and production facilities in Germany. The company is part of Baronie: an international group of confectionery and food companies with sites and production facilities in Belgium, Germany, France, Great Britain, Poland, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the USA and the Ivory Coast. The international group employs around 4,700 employees who work daily to produce high-quality confectionery. In addition to the production of own brands, Stollwerck creates and produces many private label products for a variety of national and international retailers and acts as a co-factor for well-known brands. At the next time we are looking for a location in Norderstedt

Head of Quality Assurance (all genders) As Head of QA, you are responsible for the entire quality chain – from commodity receipt to finished end product. You make sure that the melting, gloss and safety of our products meet the premium claim at any time. In our plant in Norderstedt we produce more than 10,000 tons of chocolate products per year on twelve production lines. Our core competence is chocolates and specialties. We believe that quality is not a coincidence, but the result of real passion. For us, perfection counts in every detail. Since quality is not only a promise for us, but our most important good, we are looking for a profiled leader who shares our passion for perfection.

Strategic leadership and further development of quality management & quality assurance at the site taking into account the corporate objectives Responsibility for the Food Safety Programs (HACCP) and guarantee the highest standards in food safety and product protection Ensuring and continuous optimization of the hygiene concept including derivation and implementation of preventive measures planning, implementation and follow-up of internal and external audits; Development and implementation of targeted corrective measures Initiation, control and implementation of strategic projects in quality, food safety and production Maintenance, development and implementation of the QM system as well as updating all quality requirements at the location Establishment and further development of food safety culture leadership and coaching of the QA team as well as close cooperation with production, technology and management to ensure quality, compliance and product protection

Qualification & training Study of food technology, food chemistry or comparable training, e.g. confectionery technologists with corresponding training Expertise Deep knowledge of chocolate technology of advantage Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards (IFS Food, BRC) as well as the establishment and implementation of HACCP concepts in the food industry Professional strengths & competencies Analytical and Structured Operation: Ability to detect, analyze and develop practical solutions High performance, commitment and enforcement strength, especially in the field of food safety standards Teamability and a good feeling for people Very good English skills in word and writing to be able to act safely in an international environment

If you decide to become part of our team, we will introduce you to our world of chocolate. You work directly with your new colleagues and get to know our processes, processes and our suppliers and customers. Full-time employment: unlimited full-time employment in a modern and future-oriented company Attractive remuneration: Fair salary Cooperation: The possibility of national and international cooperation within our group Career opportunities: A variety of training and further development opportunities to achieve your professional goals with us. Recreation: 30 days holiday per year plus additional free days on 24.12. and 31.12. Health promotion: Access to the EGYM Wellpass to support your health and fitness. Dynamic team: Supporting and motivated environment where you can grow. .