Are you available for the next 6 months and ready to take on a high-impact role in a leading global company?
Do you have what it takes to build and implement a streamlined Quality Management System from the ground up?
Can you align cross-functional processes and drive collaboration across regional teams and production sites?

One of our key clients a major international player in the chemical and specialty minerals sector is looking for a Quality Specialist to join their European headquarters. If you're ready to bring clarity, structure, and quality excellence to a fast-moving organization, this is your chance.

Responsibilities Quality Specialist (temp 6 months)

We are seeking a Quality Specialist on a temporary basis to lead the implementation and continuous improvement of a cross-functional Quality Management System (QMS) within a European headquarters environment. This role focuses on aligning and streamlining processes across regional functions and manufacturing sites, while promoting collaboration and process excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain a streamlined document management system aligned with global standards;

• Ensure cross-functional alignment of key end-to-end processes;

• Develop and deliver training modules to promote process awareness and compliance;

• Map key processes, define responsibilities, and foster cross-functional collaboration;

• Write and maintain procedures, work instructions, and digital workflows;

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and keep process documentation up to date;

• Manage and maintain a centralized digital QA document library;

This high-visibility role involves close collaboration with senior leadership and requires strong communication skills, cross-cultural awareness, and the ability to work effectively across functions.

Requirements Quality Specialist (temp 6 months)

• Minimum 5 years of experience, ideally in quality and project management of business processes;

• University degree or higher qualification;

• Strong hands-on experience in writing, aligning, and managing procedures and processes;

• Solid knowledge of Quality Assurance systems, particularly ISO 9001:2015;

• Quick learner with a solution-oriented mindset; 

• Effective communicator with cross-functional stakeholders; team player with a customer-focused approach and a strong sense of responsibility;

• Fluent in English (spoken and written); knowledge of an additional international language is a plus.

The offer Quality Specialist (temp 6 months)

Through our agency, you will receive a temporary contract for 6 months (maternity cover). The salary range for this full-time role is between €4,000 and €4,500 gross per month, depending on your education and experience. Please note, this position is not available for ZZP’ers.

What will happen when you apply? Within four working days, we will let you know whether you are qualified for the position. If you are, we will schedule an interview (digital or in-person). In this interview, we will inform you about the vacancy, the company, and the procedure. If we both agree this is a suitable opportunity, we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the entire application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruitment consultants. Every recruiter has a strong focus regarding their field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both you, as the candidate, and the client.