QA Specialist

Responsible for executing the food safety and quality strategy for the Specialty Ingredients business within the EMEA region. Ensure that products and processes meet ADM standards as well as regulatory and customer requirements.

Requirements

• Ensure food safety and quality compliance for products distributed in EMEA, aligned with ADM policies, regulatory requirements, and customer standards.
• Collaborate closely with factory Quality Managers and Technical Support teams globally (EU, USA, India, Serbia) to optimize quality across the supply chain.
• Provide proactive support and consultation to management on quality issues, regulatory compliance, and food safety improvements.
• Conduct and coordinate internal and external audits; host auditors from customers, certification bodies, and governmental agencies.
• Train internal teams on food safety, GMP, and quality principles to ensure compliance awareness.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including product specifications and Certificates of Analysis (CoA).
• Manage returned goods workflows, including review, disposition, and corrective actions.
• Support supplier and co-packer qualification, maintaining approval of documentation and performance records.
• Manage product certifications such as Kosher, Halal, and Non-GMO.
• Perform HACCP risk assessments, validations, and continuous monitoring activities.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of CAPA to prevent recurrence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) and documentation control processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development