Company IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers and large food manufacturers. Core products include chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery/pastry ingredients. Headquartered in Italy, IRCA Group has a strong track record of growth over the last decade. It has 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, 2,400 employees, and €1 billion in revenues. What We Offer IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, embracing diversity and valuing diverse perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth by providing tailor-made development programs and career advancement opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. Joining our team means becoming part of a global community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference. If you are looking for: - a competitive salary - stimulating challenges - the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company IRCA is the right place. Role Overview This role will be part of the senior leadership team. The role has ultimate responsibility for all quality, regulatory, sanitation and food safety related matter on site. To lead and develop your direct reports and wider quality team to effectively manage the quality function on site. You will be responsible for driving GMP standards within the plant to ensure all products manufactured comply with all food safety, quality and legal requirements. Requirements Essential: · Proven experience in a quality management role · Food hygiene level 4 or equivalent · IOSH Managing safely · Understanding of Food Safety and Quality Management Systems in both low/high care food manufacturing environments · Highly self-motivated showing strong self-discipline and structured approach to practises & improvements · Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to be successful in a changing environment · Effective communicator and influent Desirable: · Diploma/Degree or higher in a food science related subject · Food manufacturing experience · NEBOSH · Understanding and ability to apply in live situations the principles and tools of lean manufacturing · Knowledge of H&S Policies and Procedures · Knowledge of environmental management systems e.g. ISO 14001 At Irca, we believe that diversity is a fundamental value and a source of strength and innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, nationality, or any other dimension of diversity, feel welcomed, valued, and respected and encourage people of all natures to apply. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.