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, 20 production facilities worldwide, and €1 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
The role: We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Specialist / Quality Technician to join our team in the Laboratory on our production site in Gallarate (VA). This role focuses on inspecting, testing, and evaluating products or raw materials to ensure they meet quality standards. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining compliance with company and regulatory requirements while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.
Description of Main Activities/Responsibilities:
- Chemical and physical analyses of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products
- Microbiological analyses of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products
- Sensory analysis of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products
- Calibration of instruments
- Issuance of certificates of analysis
- Shelf-life analysis of finished products
- Support activities for quality assurance (environmental swabbing, description of analytical methods, documentation of laboratory equipment usage)
Requirements:
- Education: Degree in Food Science & Technologies.
- Professional Skills: Analytical skills with a strong ability to interpret and analyze results.
- Experience: 1+ years of experience in the role in food companies.
- Language Skills: Italian & English language knowledge is mandatory.
- Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Behavioral Requirements: teamwork, ability to adapt in a dynamic company, precision and attention to details, Strong interest and passion for quality and the food industry.
Details:
- Location: Gallarate (VA)
- Working hours: Full time, 40h/week, from Monday to Friday, with weekend availability required on a rotational basis within the team to ensure laboratory coverage, as production operates 7/7.
- Contract: CCNL Alimentare Industria
- Level: Impiegatizio
- Meal vouchers: €8 for each day spent in the office
- Remuneration: Starting from RAL 30.000 €
IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, valuing different perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth and career opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. If you are looking for stimulating challenges and the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company, IRCA is the right place.
We welcome applications from candidates of all genders, backgrounds, identities, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that our hiring process complies with the highest standards of non-discrimination and inclusivity. IRCA Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, reach their full potential, and feel a true sense of belonging. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone can thrive.
Il presente annuncio è rivolto ai candidati appartenenti a qualsiasi orientamento o espressione di genere, nel rispetto dei principi di diversità e inclusione e di non discriminazione ai sensi del D.lgs. 198/2006.
