EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed scientific degree, preferably in the field of food science
• At least 5 years of professional experience in quality assurance in a food production environment

SKILLS & COMPETITENCIES

• Knowledge of hygiene and food safety standards (e.g. FSSC 22000)
• Knowledge in the areas of HACCP and auditing
• Team leadership skills
• Sense of responsibility
• Good command of German and English, both written and spoken

JOB PURPOSE

Find your purpose at Unilever. You will lead innovations, big and small, that will make our business win and grow. You will learn from brilliant business leaders and colleagues in a truly global and diverse culture to ultimately become a better you. If you are passionate about food safety and quality, thrive on leading a cross-site team, and enjoy driving compliance and continuous improvement, then this role is just for you.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Team Lead: Lead cross-site Quality Teams in Heilbronn and Auerbach and act as management representative for certifications (FSSC, Halal, gluten-free, FDA).
• Food Safety & Auditing: Active member or lead of HACCP and Food Defense teams; coordinate and conduct internal and external audits.
• Food Safety, Product Safety and Quality Control: Active member or lead of HACCP and Food Defense teams; coordinate and conduct internal and external audits.

Ensure product safety and quality through inspection and evaluation of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished goods.

• Quality Management System (QMS): Implement, maintain, and improve the local QMS in alignment with Unilever standards and regulatory requirements.
• KPIs & Corrective Actions: Monitor quality KPIs, manage complaints, and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as key contact for external customers, suppliers, service providers, and local food authorities; member of site leadership teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead improvement initiatives and projects to reduce quality-related losses and enhance operational efficiency.