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QA Manager

Location: 

Reus, ES, 43206

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

Plant Quality Manager

Location: Reus, Spain
Contract type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Plant Quality Manager to lead the Quality and Food Safety function at our manufacturing site. In this role, you will ensure compliance with Barry Callebaut’s Quality Management System (QMS), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and all customer and regulatory requirements. You will foster a culture of “Safety, Food Safety First and Quality Always,” driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Your mission will include managing audits, implementing robust quality programs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class performance. This is a key leadership role that influences plant operations and supports strategic initiatives to achieve zero defects and maximum customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with Barry Callebaut policies, GFSI standards, and local regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and lead the plant’s Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs.
  • Manage audits, inspections, and visits from customers, certification bodies, and regulatory agencies.
  • Oversee corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure timely resolution of quality issues.
  • Lead food safety initiatives, including HACCP implementation and vulnerability assessments.
  • Collaborate with Operations, R&D, and Sales teams to support new product introductions and transfers.
  • Maintain and improve sanitation standards and document management systems.
  • Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics, driving continuous improvement plans.
  • Manage QA team development, budgeting, and resource planning.
  • Act as a key point of contact for customer complaints and ensure effective root cause analysis.

Profile Requirements

Education, Language, Skills & Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in food safety and quality assurance.
  • Formal HACCP training and knowledge of FSSC22000 or BRC standards.
  • Proficiency in English and local language.
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office and SAP systems.

Experience

  • Proven leadership and people management skills.
  • Experience in audits, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or TPM principles.

Personal Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and adaptability to change.

What We Offer:

 

At Morella Nuts, part of the Barry Callebaut group, we care about people and offer an environment where the little things make a difference:

  • Well-being programs: psychology and coaching services to support your physical and mental health.
  • Stability and growth opportunities: ongoing training and real career development possibilities within an innovative multinational.
  • Collaborative environment: join a team committed to excellence and innovation where your ideas are heard.
  • Flexible compensation package with many benefits.
  • We are a detail-oriented company and will surprise you when you least expect it.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here.

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