Our client, a leading international player in the consumer goods industry with modern offices in the Zurich area, is looking for a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist (m/f/d) to start immediately in a temporary assignment until end of April 2025.

Depending on the motivation, as well as on the performance of the selected candidate there might be an opportunity for an extension.

Description

The Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist (m/f/d) will be supporting ongoing operational tasks within the Supplier Quality Organization with packaging components and finished goods manufacturers. These will include a mixture of compliance, root cause investigations, CAPA, new product launch related tasks.:

• Tracks supplier quality and trends, taking action to ensure they meet our client's standards.
• Leads investigations and follow-ups on quality issues, reporting progress to the team.
• Reinforces quality requirements in communications with suppliers.
• Stays updated on processes, procedures, and supplier guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Helps onboard and oversee new suppliers, ensuring they meet quality expectations.
• Assists with new product launches, supporting quality from the beginning.
• Supports database and system updates, keeping records accurate and current.

Profile

For this challenging and rewarding position, the ideal candidate should have: ·

• Successfully completed academic degree (e.g. mechanical-, manufacturing, - or chemical engineering)
• Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in a similar role, within a fast-paced GMP manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic QMS, e-training systems and SAP systems is preferred
• Knowledge of compliance, related to all applicable Quality Systems Standards, e.g. ISO, is required
• Strong oral and written English skills, with ability to appropriately communicate information to cross functional stakeholders
• Experience in interpreting and following procedures and work instructions is required
• Project Management skills and experience is desirable.
• Implementation of Risk Management tools, e.g. Critical Control Point Analysis, FMEA, etc. is desirable.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills and ability to pragmatically approach issues is required
• Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to appropriately communicate information to cross functional stakeholders
• Ability to work in a team setting and independently under minimal supervision

Job Offer

• Excellent opportunity to bridge a gap on the CV.
• Immediate start with takeover option.