Who we are:
IRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers.
With more than 2.400 employees, 22 production facilities worldwide, and €1.3 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion.
What do we offer:
- An international and inclusive environment, with opportunities to work on global projects and collaborate with colleagues worldwide
- Career growth opportunities, including possibilities abroad
- Meal vouchers (€8 for each day spent in the office)
- Health insurance coverage as per national labor contract
- Free company parking
- Company laptop
What will you do:
- Monitor business processes to ensure compliance with procedures and quality protocols
- Collaborate in the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation and data sheets
- Analyze customer quality data and satisfaction indicators
- Evaluate and qualify external suppliers against quality requirements
- Support reporting on Quality Management System performance and KPIs
- Deliver quality-related training to site personnel
Other responsibilities:
- Comply with HSE regulations, environmental requirements, and energy policies
- Ensure correct waste segregation and disposal
- Report hazardous situations, near misses, and audit-related HSE non-conformities
- Provide the HSE office with safety data sheets and updates for chemicals used
Requirements:
- Education: Degree in food science and technology.
- Professional Skills: Knowledge of food technology, in particular BRC, IFS or similar quality standards. Knowledge of current food industry legislation. Ability to use the main analysis tools in the food analysis laboratory. Knowledge of production processes in an industrial context. Knowledge of the main HSE rules.
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in the role within food manufacturing sector
- Language Skills: Proficient English & Italian is mandatory.
- Computer Skills: MS Office
- Behavioral Requirements: Excellent analytical skills. Preparation for the autonomous management and organization of work. Good communication and relationship skills. Analytical and time optimization capabilities. Ability to work in a dynamic context.
Details:
- Location: Vergiate (VA).
- Working hours: Full time, 40h/week, from Monday to Friday.
- Contract: CCNL Alimentare Industria
Skills Required
- Degree in food science and technology
- 2+ years of experience in food manufacturing sector
- Knowledge of BRC, IFS or similar quality standards
- Proficient in English & Italian
- Knowledge of current food industry legislation
- Ability to use main analysis tools in food analysis laboratory
- Knowledge of production processes in an industrial context
- Knowledge of HSE rules
What We Do
Founded in 1919, IRCA Group is a global leader in the production of high-quality ingredient solutions for the pastry, bakery, chocolate, and gelato markets. Serving both artisans and industrial food manufacturers in over 100 countries, the company combines Italian heritage with innovation to provide a comprehensive portfolio of products, including creams, fruit preparations, and inclusions, helping professionals create extraordinary culinary experiences with simple, reliable, and scalable solutions.
