Regulatory & Compliance Technician (Quality)
19 days ago
Alcantarilla
About us We are a multinational food company that conserves the goodness of nature in our products. We carefully select our fruit and vegetables from their origin, maintaining the highest quality and safety throughout the production process. We pride ourselves in providing consumers with natural, healthy, and nutritious products that have made us a reference in infant and adult nutrition. In addition, the Hero Institute of Infant Nutrition is within the Hero Spain facilities. Website: Sector: Food company Company size: More than 4,000 employees Headquarters: Lenzburg, Switzerland Company type: Private company Categories: Baby food, Healthy Snacks, Natural Spreads, Sauces, Juices and Nectars, Cereal Snacks, Prepared meals What is our commitment? We are on a mission to delight consumers by conserving the goodness of nature. The world today is different from what it was 10 years ago, and nothing like it was in 1886 when Hero was founded in Lenzburg, Switzerland. However, our core goals remain the same. We have adapted to change, offering consumers high quality, healthy, natural and sustainable food. Hero Spain, with its headquarter in Alcantarilla (Murcia), has formed part of this legacy since 1922. We are committed to naturalness in our products, maintaining a firm nutritional commitment and constantly improving thanks to our commitment to continuous innovation and research, to adapt to the needs of consumers, customers, and new market trends. Team value proposition Recently, Hero Spain has been certified as a #TopEmployer in 2023 and 2024 🏆, an achievement that reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being and development of our team of talents. This recognition is a testament to the exceptional culture we have cultivated together, positioning us as one of the best companies to work for in Spain. This would not have been possible without the commitment and dedication of every person who is part of the Hero family. We don't hire top talent so we can tell them what to do. That doesn't make sense. At Hero, we give you the opportunity to make your mark and contribute to something bigger. We’ll give you the tools and skills to do your job and then get out of the way. Purpose We are on a mission to conserve what's good in nature. We do so by striving to conduct our business sustainably and striving to do the right thing. Always. Without compromises. Values The new values reflect the company today and the company we want to build in the future. Values are at the heart of who we are as people and they guide how we behave. Create wow We dare to do things differently, seek to always win with consumers and customers, and endeavor to be forever relevant and vital to our world. It’s about Curiosity, Innovation and Consumer/Customer Focus. Everyone Hero We work together in pursuit of our common mission and strategy, strengthening our local businesses by leveraging the power of the collective. It’s about Purpose, Performance and Teamwork. Nourish others We treat everyone with honesty, care and respect and provide our people, customers and consumers with what they need to thrive. It’s about Honesty, Empowerment, Respect and Diversity. Take responsibility We make good choices today to build a more sustainable business and environment fit for the needs of tomorrow. It’s about Sustainability, Ownership, Heritage and Quality. Impact We value good ideas, so we want the best talent. Our people can make a difference because we give them the freedom to act, to be entrepreneurial, and to make a difference. This is reflected in the responsibilities. Be yourself, be impactful. Growth We all win if we grow together. It's about professional and personal growth. The best way to grow as a company is to help you grow as a person, hence the availability of learning and development opportunities. Meet your future department Our Quality Department plays a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of product excellence and compliance across all stages of production. As part of the Supply team, we work collaboratively to maintain and improve the quality of our products, processes, and systems, fostering innovation while adhering to stringent safety and regulatory requirements. You'll be joining a dynamic team of experts who are passionate about driving continuous improvement, maintaining customer satisfaction, and upholding our company’s reputation for exceptional quality. How can you help us? As a Compliant lead, your primary mission will be to guarantee the regulatory compliance of the products manufactured in Hero España with national and international laws and regulations specific to the food industry, including food safety standards. Develop and implement local policies and procedures, manage issues and prepare compliance risk reports. Your main responsibilities • Keeping up to date with the latest Regulations and Recommendations related to the products we manufacture at Hero España., • Support local stakeholders in legislation and compliance issues., • Provide regulatory expertise in creation and revision of specifications (Raw Material, Final Product, Intermediate Products)., • Crisis and incident management support., • Support with compliance validation of Hero recipes and specifications., • Support the approval procedure for new raw materials or existing raw materials from new suppliers., • Carry out compliance risk assessments and provide Regulatory Support in product development projects., • Support in periodic risk assessment of food fraud for the portfolio of products manufactured in Hero España., • Support Hero's early warning team with emerging risks., • Support in preparation and reporting of compliance and risk assessments, updates in regulations and recommendations to the relevant stakeholders., • Work with external laboratories to find the most appropriate analytical techniques for our needs to ensure the legal compliance of our products and support reviewing labs’ suitability, cost and service. Skills and Competencies Background: • Bachelor’s in Food Technology, Agricultural Engineer, Biology or related fields., • Specialised training: courses and certifications in compliance, risk management and food safety., • 3 years experience in Food Manufacturing and experience in Compliance will be well considered. Competences: • Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of EU and international food regulations, such as FDA and other regulatory agencies., • Understanding of Quality, food fraud and risk management., • Understanding of systems such as HACCP, IFS and other GFSI standards., • Data Analysis: Ability to analyse data and detect patterns that may indicate non-compliance or potential risks., • Food Technology: Understanding the processes of production and preservation of food., • Fluency in Spanish and competent in English (B2). Others: • Proactive, autonomous, initiating action., • Team player with excellent communication and organizational skills., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Adapting and responding to change. What do we offer you? We offer a position where you can develop professionally in an international company, with an open way of working and short decision lines where people can really make an impact. Benefits • Hybrid work, • Flexible Schedule and early finish on Fridays, also during summer months, • Attractive Compensation & Benefits package, • Physiotherapist, • Continuous learning and development, • Ongoing feedback, • Collaborative and challenging multinational environment, • Strong values, • Matrix organization, • Open and transparent culture, • Great work environment, • Amazing people, • and much more! During these 100 years we have come a long way, but we want to continue doing so for another 100. To do so, we need talented, curious, innovative, collaborative, diverse and responsible people to be part of this great team. If you what to know more about Hero, access our web site: If you want to dive into our commitment to sustainability, access our 2022 Sustainability Report: ___ If you want to dive into our commitment to sustainability, access our 2022 Sustainability Report: Will you join us? Please send your CV and relevant documents to ; or We only accept applications sent to the above email addresses or via LinkedIn. Please be aware of job offer scrappers and note that we will not accept applications from other third parties.
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