Scientist Quality & Food Safety (m/f/d)

Job Description:

At Mars, our dedication to quality is the foundation of the Mars 5 Principles (Quality, Responsibility, Efficiency, Mutuality, and Freedom). For a food manufacturer, delivering exceptional quality is key to success and maintaining our competitive edge.

As a Scientist Quality & Food Safety (m/f/d), you play an essential role in ensuring that this commitment to quality is upheld throughout our operational processes. Your goal is to guarantee top-tier products and drive outstanding performance across the production line.

What we are looking for:

1. A Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Food Science, Food Chemistry, or Food Technology, Quality Management
2. At least several years of consistent experience in quality assurance within a multinational food company
3. Fluency in English and German (both in written & verbal communication)
4. Strong IT skills and excellent communication abilities
5. Solid knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9000/ FSSC22000), quality programs (HACCP, GMP, Hygienic Design), and legal requirements for food safety
6. Experience in food process design and developing quality standards and procedures; TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) experience is a plus

Your key responsibilities:

1. Manage the Quality Management pillar and drive continuous improvement to achieve the factory's quality KPIs
2. Optimize quality control standards in the production process and support process quality management to ensure high-quality products
3. Ensure the implementation of the Mars Quality Management System on site, coordinate HACCP programs, and oversee PRP reviews
4. Monitor PRIMP and relevant process implementations, control risk materials, and conduct root cause analysis and effective corrective actions (CAPA)

What can you expect from Mars?

1. Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
2. Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
3. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
4. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.