QA Manager (Smoke Production)

Experience: Not Available to Not Available years

Location: Store Heddinge - Navervej

Skills: Quality Management System, FSSC 22000 certification, food safety inspections, laboratory work, quality control, audits, raw materials approval, traceability testing, internal laboratory analyses, external analyses, Microsoft Office, CRM, ERP

Welcome to Azelis! Azelis moves goods but more importantly; we move markets! Through the application of science, we act as catalysts for innovations that positively impact people, communities, and our planet for a more sustainable future. By creating innovative formulations, we enable our customers to win and our principals to grow. As a global leader in the distribution of specialty ingredients, we partner with app. 2,200 suppliers and combine our deep industry expertise to bring our 63,000 customers’ products to life. Within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals, we’re breaking new ground in our technical laboratories and professional local headquarters by creating opportunities through innovation. Globally, we employ app. 4,200 talented individuals across 60+ countries – that’s 4,200 professionals, 4,200 problem solvers, and 4,200 go-getters. Azelis Denmark in Store Heddinge is looking for a QA Manager, Smoke Production to further support our disruption of the industry – if you’re up for the challenge, you’ve come to the right place! The mission Our new QA Manager, Smoke Production will support the mission of driving and ensuring the Quality Management System and certifications needed at the Smoke Factory in Store Heddinge, Denmark, as well as manage the day-to-day QA related activities at the site. The role will also be responsible for the laboratory work on site, and hereto related quality control tasks. Hence, the role will be focused on both laboratory responsibilities and quality management.

Main accountabilities of the role
• Responsible for the QMS system at the site
• Responsible for the FSSC 22000 certification,



including implementation and maintenance, and leading various audits (FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (FVST), etc.)
• Prepare, review, and validate quality documentation and procedures, including food safety inspections
• Monitor and implement new requirements related to FSSC 22000 and other relevant standards/ requirements/ regulatory requirements
• Prepare and manage documentation for own-brand products manufactured at the site
• QA approval of new raw materials and suppliers and maintenance of raw material documentation
• Plan and conduct the annual management review
• Quality-related training of production personal
• Prepare and close deviation reports
• Responsible for recall and traceability testing annually
• Support on product non-conformities from customers and handle sample shipments
• Responsible for the laboratory and day-to-day activities; including calibration of equipment and ensuring correct documentation
• Perform internal laboratory analyses and coordinate external analyses
• Carry out quality control in production and continuous sampling

The individual we’re looking for
We’re looking for a colleague with a proven track record of quality control and food safety who excels within the below experience and skills:
Professional experience
• Experience from similar roles within the food ingredient and/or food production industry
• Technical background and skills within the food ingredient and/or food production industry




• Experience and sound knowledge about food certifications and audits; you’ve preferably owned these domains previously
• Laboratory and sensorial experience

Personal skills
• You recognise yourself in the Azelis company values: Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Cooperative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented
• You possess strong communication skills whether it’s communication with your internal or external stakeholders – both English and Danish are required
• You’re a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who also appreciates feedback and teamwork
• You have strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• You’re comfortable working with technology and software such as Microsoft Office, CRM, and ERP

What we offer
In addition to an inspiring work environment, Azelis Denmark is proud to offer:
• Competitive compensation package
• Pension contribution in line with market
• Private healthcare plan
• Hybrid and flexible work opportunities empowering you to balance your professional and personal life
• Career opportunities within a truly global setting

Our promise to you
People are our key assets — that’s what we believe in. The Azelis culture embraces change as an invaluable opportunity to grow, learn and become ever better at what we do. And with a team that’s united in passion, vision, and values, we believe that we can work together to achieve everything we set our minds to. Azelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer as we recognize the power of diversity, inclusion and belonging. Our company values (Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Collaborative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented) and commitment towards sustainability are our northern stars for everything we do – and in the way we value our employees.

How to apply
Apply directly via the link on this page by submitting a cover letter, CV and other relevant documents. We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible! www.azelis.com

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