Quality & Food Safety Specialist (Part-Time, 50%)

This part-time Quality & Food Safety Specialist role requires a minimum of five years' experience in food safety and quality assurance, specifically within fermentation or savory ingredient production. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in food safety management systems, including proven expertise with FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and HACCP standards. A relevant master's degree underpins the candidate's educational qualifications, supporting a deep understanding of food safety principles and quality assurance methodologies. Key responsibilities include developing and expanding food safety management systems, leading the creation and refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensuring their implementation across multiple departments such as Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and R&D. The role involves active project management of quality initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and driving corrective actions to address non-conformities promptly. Strong documentation skills and the ability to write clear, organized procedures are essential. Familiarity with GFSI standards is critical to support ongoing certification efforts and maintain compliance. The candidate must demonstrate an efficient and pragmatic approach to quality and food safety challenges. Experience working in R&D environments and collaborating closely with operations teams is important for success in this position. Additional regulatory insight is considered advantageous. The role is based on-site in Copenhagen, requiring a valid work permit for Denmark, and involves close daily collaboration with the Head of R&D and Quality Lead. Overall, the position demands a seasoned professional adept at strengthening food safety systems and contributing to certification processes in a fast-paced, modern production setting.