Koa setzt neue Maßstäbe – unsere Kakaofrucht-Produkte sind nicht nur unglaublich lecker, sondern auch nachhaltig und von höchster Qualität. Als Quality Manager*in sorgst du dafür, dass unsere Produkte nicht nur sicher und hochwertig bleiben, sondern auch immer genau das bieten, was unsere Kund*innen erwarten – und noch viel mehr!
Dein Arbeitsumfeld? Ein internationales Team, das sich über Ländergrenzen hinweg vereint. Du arbeitest eng mit unserem Team in Ghana zusammen, das sich um alle Prozesse von der Ernte bis zum Export kümmert. Sobald unsere Rohstoffe europäischen Boden berühren, trägst du den Hut für deren Qualitätssicherung und Lebensmittelsicherheit.
Deine Verantwortungsfelder:
Qualitätsstrategie und -verbesserung
Entwicklung und Implementierung von Qualitätsstrategien für unsere Zutaten und Produkte – von B2B bis D2C
Optimierung und Betreuung unseres Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)
Initiierung von Initiativen zur Verbesserung unserer Produktqualität und (Kosten)-Effizienz
Betreuung strategischer Lebensmittel und Impact Zertifizierungen, z.B. B Corp™
Qualitätskontrolle
Koordination von Inspektionen, Tests und Audits bei unseren Lieferanten und Produzenten, um sicherzustellen, dass jedes Produkt unseren hohen Standards entspricht
Prüfung und Genehmigung von Rohstoffen, neuen Produktentwicklungen
Regulatorische Compliance und Risikomanagement
Verantwortung für die Einhaltung lebensmittelrechtlicher Vorschriften bzw. gesetzlicher Anforderungen
Identifikation und Reduktion von Risiken durch jährliche FSMS Analysen, monatliche Qualitätsperformance reports, Umsetzung von Qualitätsplänen in neuen Produktentwicklungsprojekten etc.
Kundenbezug:
Monitoring von Kund*innenfeedback– inkl. Ursachenanalyse und Verbesserungsvorschlägen
Unterstützung unseres Commercial Teams in Fragen oder mit Marketinginputs
Dein Profil
Studienabschluss in Lebensmitteltechnologie, Umweltwissenschaft oder einer verwandten Naturwissenschaft
5+ Jahre Erfahrung in der Lebensmittelindustrie im Bereich Qualitätsmanagement / Lebensmittelsicherheit
Kenntnisse im Bereich FSMS (nach GFSI-Standards) und Zertifizierungsverfahren von Subunternehmern in der Weiterverarbeitung
Fähigkeit komplexe Systeme, Projekte und Ressourcen in einer dynamischen Umwelt zu steuern
Verantwortungsgefühl und Lösungsorientierung, gepaart mit einem ausgeprägten Blick für Details
Fließende Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse (beide mindestens auf C1-Niveau)
Dein Arbeitsumfeld & Team
Du wirst Teil unseres neuen deutschen Teams und arbeitest eng mit unseren Kolleg*innen in der Schweiz und Ghana zusammen. Gemeinsam gehen wir mutig neue Wege, um Großes zu erreichen. Wenn es um Lösungen geht, schwimmen wir nicht einfach mit – wir machen Wellen! Und wenn es einen tasty Weg gibt, etwas zu tun, finden wir ihn garantiert. Lachen und Spaß sind unsere Cocoa Fruit Jam, denn Positives zu bewirken, muss nicht nur "work and no play" bedeuten. Wir sind eine Community, die Gutes tut und dabei Spaß hat. Ein abwechslungsreicher Job in einem internationalen Umfeld wartet auf dich. In Köln sitzen wir mitten im Geschehen der Food & Beverage Branche, unser Hauptsitz ist in Zürich, und in Ghana arbeitet unser Team an zwei Produktionsstandorten mit Tausenden von Bauern* zusammen. Wir sind ein globales Team, das, wenn es darauf ankommt, nur einen Videoanruf entfernt ist.
Weitere Details
Arbeitspensum: Teilzeit 60-80% Startdatum: Asap (Ideal: Januar / Februar) Reisezeit: Up to 25% Officeadresse: Lindenstraße 32, 50674 Köln
Koa Germany is part of a Swiss-Ghanaian Scale-Up in its growth phase, disrupting the cocoa value chain in West Africa. Koa is the first and so-far only company in the world processing the fresh cocoa fruit in cooperation with smallholders in rural Ghana. Through Koa’s activities, the farmers increase their income significantly and upcycle an additional 40% of the cocoa pulp. As a B Corp, we believe in creating positive change, one upcycled cocoa fruit at a time. From farmers to the planet, we’re here to make a difference that matters, where it matters most. Because caring is cool, and making the world a better place is even cooler.
The cocoa fruit is the chocolate industry's hidden gem and we are on a mission to uncover its juicy secrets. We’re all about making food and drinks so tasty, you’ll want to share it with your grandma (and she’ll probably ask for seconds). Whether it's the best ice cream, a refreshing soda, or a scrumptious snack, we believe taste buds are meant to dance with joy. And we’re sure the cocoa fruit will make them go wild! In recent years, we have established a robust value chain and, by opening the world`s largest cocoa fruit processing factory in Ghana we laid the foundations for growth. Now it is all about spreading the word taste, creating exciting product concepts which will leave people grinning from ear to ear - like love at the first taste.
Are you up for the Koa-coaster? It's a ride of courageous passion, where every twist and turn gets us closer to greatness. Buckle up, embrace the adventure, and apply to make the magic happen.
We've got so many stories to tell. Find out more about our work at Koa:
Koa is setting new standards - our cocoa fruit products are not only incredibly tasty, but also sustainable and of the highest quality. As a Quality Manager, you will ensure that our products not only remain safe and of quality, but also always offer exactly what our customers expect - and much more!
Your working environment? An international team that unites across national borders. You will work closely with our team in Ghana, which takes care of all quality processes from harvest to export. As soon as our raw materials touch European ground, you will be responsible for quality assurance and food safety.
Your key responsibilities will be:
Quality Strategy & Improvement
Development and implementation of a quality assurance strategy for our ingredients and products - from B2B to D2C
Optimisation and supervision of our Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Initiation of initiatives to improve our product quality and (cost) efficiency
(Optional) Coordination of strategic food and impact certifications, e.g. B Corp™
Quality Control
Overseeing inspections, tests and audits of our suppliers and producers to ensure that every product that enters the market meets our high standards
Evaluation and approval of raw materials, new product developments
Regulatory compliance and risk management
Responsibility for compliance with food regulations and legal requirements
Identification and reduction of risks through annual FSMS analyses, monthly quality performance reports, implementation of quality plans in new product development projects, etc.
Customer Focus
Monitoring of customer feedback, including root cause analysis and suggestions for improvement
Supporting our commercial team with questions or marketing input
Your profile
Degree in food technology, environmental science or a related natural science
5+ years of experience in the food industry in the field of quality management / food safety Qualitätsmanagement / Lebensmittelsicherheit
Knowledge of FSMS (according to GFSI standards) and certification procedures of third party manufacturers
Ability to manage complex systems, projects and resources in a dynamic environment
Sense of responsibility and solution-orientation, coupled with a sharp eye for detail
Fluency in German and English (both at least C1 level)
Your Workplace & Team
You will be part of our newly established German team, but closely connected to the already existing Swiss & Ghanaian colleagues. Together, we’re all about taking epic risks in the pursuit of success. When it comes to finding solutions, we don’t just go with the flow: we make waves. If there’s a tasty way to do it, you bet we’ll find it. Shared laughs and smiles are our cocoa fruit jam, because making a positive impact doesn’t have to be all work and no play. We come together as a community where creating goodness and fun are always on the agenda. As a Quality Manager you will get a high degree of autonomy and freedom. You will be expected to proactively shape the growth of a young and meaningful venture, take on responsibility and enjoy working outside of your comfort zone. A diversified job profile is waiting for you in an international environment. In Cologne, we are located at the heart of the food & beverage industry, our head office is in Zurich, and in Ghana our team works with thousands of farmers at two production sites. If needed, we all are just a video call away.
Further Details
Employment Level: Part-time 60-80% Start date: Asap (Ideal: January / February) Travel: Up to 25% Office Location: Lindenstraße 32, 50674 Köln
Koa Germany is part of a Swiss-Ghanaian Scale-Up in its growth phase, disrupting the cocoa value chain in West Africa. Koa is the first and so-far only company in the world processing the fresh cocoa fruit in cooperation with smallholders in rural Ghana. Through Koa’s activities, the farmers increase their income significantly and upcycle an additional 40% of the cocoa pulp. As a B Corp, we believe in creating positive change, one upcycled cocoa fruit at a time. From farmers to the planet, we’re here to make a difference that matters, where it matters most. Because caring is cool, and making the world a better place is even cooler.
The cocoa fruit is the chocolate industry's hidden gem and we are on a mission to uncover its juicy secrets. We’re all about making food and drinks so tasty, you’ll want to share it with your grandma (and she’ll probably ask for seconds). Whether it's the best ice cream, a refreshing soda, or a scrumptious snack, we believe taste buds are meant to dance with joy. And we’re sure the cocoa fruit will make them go wild! In recent years, we have established a robust value chain and, by opening the world`s largest cocoa fruit processing factory in Ghana we laid the foundations for growth. Now it is all about spreading the word taste, creating exciting product concepts which will leave people grinning from ear to ear - like love at the first taste.
Are you up for the Koa-coaster? It's a ride of courageous passion, where every twist and turn gets us closer to greatness. Buckle up, embrace the adventure, and apply to make the magic happen.
We've got so many stories to tell. Find out more about our work at Koa:
Thanks for your interest in joining KOA! Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any difficulties in uploading your files, feel free to get in touch: christin@koa-impact.com.
