Quality Control Specialist
Summary
Oversee product quality and supplier compliance for a food wholesaler, performing inspections, audits, and risk assessments while maintaining documentation and driving continuous improvement.
A selection of your responsibilities within your role:
Handling quality claims, performing trend analysis, and preparing regular quality reports
Executing Own Brand risk assessments and supporting product development projects
Conducting QC inspections for stock intakes, first delivery inspections, pre-shipment checks, and following up on corrective actions
Monitoring supplier compliance, food safety certifications, audit reports, and laboratory analysis results
Maintaining quality documentation, traceability records, supplier files, and reporting systems
Supporting supplier audits, traceability exercises, recalls, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and customer requirements
Organizing and maintaining up-to-date records in QA systems, databanks, and collaboration platforms
And many more!
If you are...
Good at communication and ready for new experiences and engaged to reach your potential
Fluent in English (Dutch or another language is an asset!)
Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Analytical and solution-oriented, with a keen eye for detail
Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a team environment
Customer-focused, result-driven, and committed to continuous improvement
Willing to travel
Lives in the Netherlands
Have...
A minimum bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Safety, Quality, Technical, Business, or a related field
At least 2 years of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or a similar specialist role
Knowledge of EU food safety legislation and quality standards
Experience working with audits, supplier assessments, or GFSI standards is considered a plus
Dedicated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
The ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines
And...
Enjoy working in a diverse, multicultural, and international environment
Have a growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning
Are adaptable, positive, and eager to contribute to team success
Believe that different perspectives make teams stronger
Then we are looking for you!!
What we offer:
• A position in our office in Delft with a young and dynamic team
• An international informal working environment in which to expand your vision and knowledge
• The gross monthly start salary is €3.100 per month and can grow to €4.000 per month with tenure in the organization (gross annual salary €37.200 to €48.000, excluding holiday allowance). Final salary placement will be based on experience and role requirements.
• 25 holidays per year
• NS Business Card for commute
• Training for your development via our online portals
• 40-hour workweek with a flexible schedule within company guidelines
• Laptop & cellphone for business purposes
• Discount on VGZ additional health insurance packages
• Discount at Makro NL stores
• Involvement in frequent tastings of our products
• A well-organized pension scheme with BE FRANK