Senior Food Safety Specialist (x/f/m) Join us full‑time – position open for immediate start
Bruck an der Leitha (30 min from Vienna)
Mars is one of the world’s largest family‑owned consumer goods companies, home to iconic brands like Royal Canin®, Pedigree®, Whiskas®, M&M’s®, and Ben’s Original®. With over 170,000 Associates worldwide, we’re driven by a clear purpose: to create a better world for people and pets. Our decisions are guided by The Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.
At our Royal Canin® site in Bruck an der Leitha (just 30 minutes from Vienna), more than 350 dedicated Associates work every day to produce tailored nutrition that supports the health and wellbeing of dogs and cats - in Austria and around the globe.
In this role, you are a key member of the Site Quality & Food Safety team, ensuring that our products are safe, compliant, and consistently high quality. You take ownership of our quality systems, drive food safety on site, and act as a key expert for audits, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement. We are looking for an experienced quality professional from the food or FMCG industry who enjoys working hands‑on in operations, collaborating across teams, and making a real impact on product safety and quality.
What are we looking for?
You hold a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field
You bring at least 3 years of experience in quality, food safety, or a similar role in the food or FMCG industry
You have a solid understanding of food safety standards, hygiene requirements, and quality systems in manufacturing.
Experience with audits, inspections, or working with regulatory requirements is an advantage
You are fluent in German and confident working in English in an international and cross‑functional environment
You work in a structured, analytical, and solution‑oriented way, with strong attention to detail
You are a strong communicator who enjoys collaborating with different teams across production and support functions
Experience with manufacturing environments or ERP systems is a plus
What will be your key responsibilities?
You take ownership of the site quality system and ensure it is up to date, effective, and continuously improving
You ensure all food safety and quality requirements from legal regulations and internal standards are met
You prepare for and support internal and external audits and act as the main contact for auditors and authorities
You lead food safety activities on site, including risk assessments and preventive measures
You support and manage quality-related issues, deviations, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
You review and approve new materials and packaging from a quality and food safety perspective
You work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and central teams to improve processes and product quality
You monitor quality performance and help drive improvements across the site
You deliver trainings and build awareness for food safety and quality across all teams
You act as a key site expert and contribute to continuous improvement projects and initiatives
What can you expect from Mars?
Join a culture of support, flexibility, and inclusion, where your expertise and ideas make an impact
Be part of a purpose‑driven company that’s building a better world for people and pets
A culture of support, flexibility, and inclusion – where your voice matters
Dive into world‑class learning from day one, including access to Mars University
Fuel your day with healthy, freshly cooked meals at our onsite restaurant
Flexible working models – plus our dog‑friendly office
A gross annual base salary starting at € 67.000,00 (full-time), plus company bonus - higher depending on experience
A benefits package including a company pension plan
Take advantage of global career opportunities within Mars
Enjoy an Associate Assistance Program for mental health & coaching
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Bruck an der Leitha (30 min from Vienna)
Mars is one of the world’s largest family‑owned consumer goods companies, home to iconic brands like Royal Canin®, Pedigree®, Whiskas®, M&M’s®, and Ben’s Original®. With over 170,000 Associates worldwide, we’re driven by a clear purpose: to create a better world for people and pets. Our decisions are guided by The Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.
At our Royal Canin® site in Bruck an der Leitha (just 30 minutes from Vienna), more than 350 dedicated Associates work every day to produce tailored nutrition that supports the health and wellbeing of dogs and cats - in Austria and around the globe.
In this role, you are a key member of the Site Quality & Food Safety team, ensuring that our products are safe, compliant, and consistently high quality. You take ownership of our quality systems, drive food safety on site, and act as a key expert for audits, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement. We are looking for an experienced quality professional from the food or FMCG industry who enjoys working hands‑on in operations, collaborating across teams, and making a real impact on product safety and quality.
What are we looking for?
You hold a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field
You bring at least 3 years of experience in quality, food safety, or a similar role in the food or FMCG industry
You have a solid understanding of food safety standards, hygiene requirements, and quality systems in manufacturing.
Experience with audits, inspections, or working with regulatory requirements is an advantage
You are fluent in German and confident working in English in an international and cross‑functional environment
You work in a structured, analytical, and solution‑oriented way, with strong attention to detail
You are a strong communicator who enjoys collaborating with different teams across production and support functions
Experience with manufacturing environments or ERP systems is a plus
What will be your key responsibilities?
You take ownership of the site quality system and ensure it is up to date, effective, and continuously improving
You ensure all food safety and quality requirements from legal regulations and internal standards are met
You prepare for and support internal and external audits and act as the main contact for auditors and authorities
You lead food safety activities on site, including risk assessments and preventive measures
You support and manage quality-related issues, deviations, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
You review and approve new materials and packaging from a quality and food safety perspective
You work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and central teams to improve processes and product quality
You monitor quality performance and help drive improvements across the site
You deliver trainings and build awareness for food safety and quality across all teams
You act as a key site expert and contribute to continuous improvement projects and initiatives
What can you expect from Mars?
Join a culture of support, flexibility, and inclusion, where your expertise and ideas make an impact
Be part of a purpose‑driven company that’s building a better world for people and pets
A culture of support, flexibility, and inclusion – where your voice matters
Dive into world‑class learning from day one, including access to Mars University
Fuel your day with healthy, freshly cooked meals at our onsite restaurant
Flexible working models – plus our dog‑friendly office
A gross annual base salary starting at € 67.000,00 (full-time), plus company bonus - higher depending on experience
A benefits package including a company pension plan
Take advantage of global career opportunities within Mars
Enjoy an Associate Assistance Program for mental health & coaching
#J-18808-Ljbffr
