OffShift Quality Specialist

About the role

The Quality Specialist plays a critical role in safeguarding product integrity by ensuring that only high-quality products reach consumers and customers. This position directly influences product quality outcomes and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. The role actively supports innovation and renovation programs and is responsible for executing assigned projects that align with and advance key business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of quality control tests and inspections—including microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory evaluations—on products, materials, and components throughout various stages of the production process.
• Manage finished product release criteria, including net contents, sensory program compliance, and monitoring of critical control points (CCPs).
• Perform internal audits, record and analyze statistical production data, and identify deviations from established standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality Team to proactively identify, resolve, and prevent issues that may impact on product quality or food safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing and/or laboratory settings required; preferred within the food industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in mathematical and statistical analysis.
• PREFERRED knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Detail-oriented and results-driven.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• PREFERRED experience with SAP/DMO and Nestlé business processes.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including spreadsheets.