Quality Engineer

Belgium, Kortrijk

Our mission

In 2016, our founders wanted to feed their dogs - named Edgard and Cooper - pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. But when they couldn't find this, they decided to make their own. Now, 8 years later, our pack has 200 employees and we are beyond proud to be part of the B Corp movement.
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What type of breed are we looking for?

Have you always been fascinated by excellent quality? Cutting-edge analytical skills and eye for detail is how people would describe you? And you’re a foodie & pet lover? If yes, this could be your next dream job!
In this job you will be in the product and quality squad. People of this squad are the creators & gatekeepers of our products, ensuring our Edgard & Cooper ethos is embodied within our complete range. Together with the product team you make sure that all our products are always of superior quality and delivered to perfection.

What is in your bowl?

Everything about quality: quality control, reporting and quality improvement

• Ensure all supplied goods are compliant to E&C standard and regulations
• Structure, report and follow-up the visual and nutritional controls
• Build a strong communication with all our suppliers and ensure proper follow-up of complaints
• Execute and follow up on internal audits, pest control etc.
• Ensure that E&C is bringing the best products on the market by continuously following up and improving our current portfolio, in cooperation with the existing suppliers
• Provide support for critical R&D projects

What skills & tricks should you bring?

• At least 3 years of experience in the (pet)food industry in quality department
• Ideally you hold a Bachelor or Master degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, or other scientific disciplines with strong background in manufacturing & quality
• Fluency in English is a must; other languages, such as French or Spanish, are considered a plus
• You are easily dealing with multiple industrial suppliers, multiple challenges in European countries
• Strong project management skills (continuous improvement)
• Strong communication skills (external and internal)
• Hands-on mentality
• Good understanding of regulations and expectations in the petfood industry
• Not frightened to challenge the norm and ready to create the new norms internally and externally !
• Highly organized, with a strong attention to details
• Pawsome team player and happy to get stuck in!

Our benefits

• Competitive package inclusive of meal vouchers, phone & subscription, eco vouchers, DKV hospitalisation insurance
• Salary package that will reflect your built-up experience
• Certified B Corp Employer with supportive policies and practices to ensure we are one happy pack
• Company retreats to meet each other in person
• ‍ Flexibility to work from home
• Pets at work so everyday is bring your pet to work day
• Unlimited Pet food for your furry friend whilst you are with us
• Volunteer Leave to contribute to a cause we believe in.
• Wellbeing program access to qualified counselling
• ️ 26 days paid holiday a year
• Team activities (appreciation days, wellbeing days, pawesome team buildings, Friday drinks, cat yoga and many more! )
• ‍️ 1 month unpaid leave, giving you some extra time to recharge and come back to work refreshed
• Learning opportunities in a truly international environment that will give you extensive responsibility but also guidance as you need it.

️ No agencies, recruiters or outsourcing companies.

Equal opportunities

We believe the strength of a Pack comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application.
If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know.
We're looking forward to hearing from you.
We kindly ask to apply in English.