Senior Food Safety & Quality Engineering Manager

Senior Food Safety & Quality Engineering Manager Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a progressive and global outlook, known for iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno, and Kinder Surprise. With a presence in over 50 countries and products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved worldwide. Our success is driven by 40,000 dedicated employees committed to care and quality. Join us and be part of our journey. Diversity Statement Ferrero is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued, with equal opportunities to succeed personally and professionally. We believe in nurturing talent and promoting a multicultural, innovative, and rewarding work environment. About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Food Safety & Quality Engineering Manager to join our Industrial & Supply Chain Food Safety & Quality Department in Alba, Italy . This role involves embedding into the Ferrero Engineering Leadership Team and driving impactful changes to enhance the Hygienic Design Culture within the Ferrero Group, supporting our strong commitment to Food Safety & Quality. The manager will oversee all engineering activities related to Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) for the Ferrero Group, ensuring FSQ requirements are integrated into engineering standards and guidelines. The role includes training and developing FSQ and engineering teams on FSQ standards and Hygienic Design Concepts. Main Responsibilities: The role involves defining governance for project lifecycle FSQ compliance, supporting project managers from design to hand-over, and ensuring new machinery complies with hygienic design standards. The manager will identify gaps in Hygienic Design, coach factory teams, formalize FSQ requirements for equipment and buildings, and maintain an internal standards database. Additionally, they will support risk assessments, validate machines, and collaborate with Health & Safety to align FSQ and H&S requirements. Raising awareness on FSQ and Hygienic Design through training, coaching, and external stakeholder engagement is also key. Who we are looking for: Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s Degree in Food Process Engineering, Food Safety & Quality, or a related field, with over 15 years of experience in the Food Industry, particularly in large international FMCG companies. Strong technical expertise, leadership, communication skills, and knowledge of quality management systems and food safety regulations are essential. Passion for sharing knowledge, coaching teams, and promoting Hygienic Design Culture are critical. Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at various levels will be vital. Don’t miss this chance to apply! How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero: Success at Ferrero requires being consumer and product-centric, dedicated to delivering excellent results for our consumers worldwide. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Alba, Piemonte, IT

Posted Date: 8/17/2025