Permanent contract – Barcelona (hybrid / remote possible)
End Client / Food Industry
€30/35k gross annual salary
Kaino, a specialized recruitment firm, is hiring a Quality Control Specialist for a private label food company, to strengthen its raw material quality control and documentation processes.
MISSIONS:
Review, validate and manage Certificates of Analysis (COA) for raw materials
Check microbiological and chemical parameters (salmonella, yeast, moisture, etc.)
Coordinate raw material sampling and lab testing with third-party laboratories
Track sampling requests, test results and follow-ups
Act as the main point of contact with suppliers regarding quality documentation
Upload and manage COAs and test results in SAP
Support batch clearance and ensure raw material compliance
Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Sourcing, Logistics and Operations teams
Maintain accurate, audit-ready quality records
PROFILE:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field
Around 5 years of experience in Quality Control, laboratory or food ingredients environments
Solid understanding of COAs and raw material quality parameters
Basic microbiology knowledge related to food safety
Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
Experience coordinating with suppliers and laboratories
Comfortable working with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Fluent in both English and Spanish
WHY JOIN THEM?
Join a growing international food company with strong quality standards
Central role in raw material compliance and batch clearance
Structured and stable workload with limited travel
Close collaboration with international suppliers and labs
Competitive salary package with flexibility and development opportunities
