Food safety coordinator (f/m/d) at PlantaCorp GmbH
- Company: PlantaCorp GmbH
- Location: Hamburg
- Employment type: Fixed-term contract (befristeter arbeitsvertrag)
- Posted: 2026-10-21
Would you like to work at one of the most innovative companies in Hamburg?
PlantaCorp is an ISO 22000, GMP-certified German manufacturer of liposomal food supplements. Our unique and advanced vital substance-encapsulation technology provides our customers with highly effective, maximal-absorption liposomal food supplements. Our 1500 sq.m, state-of-the-art production services as well as the offices are located at Eidelstedt, Hamburg.
We as PlantaCorp help our business partners to conquer the global supplement market with both our contract manufacturing and white labelling services. Together, we are shaping the future by creating a new perspective on food supplements. Our goal is to make our modern and innovative liposomal technology available to everyone.
To get closer to our goal, we are looking for a:
Food safety coordinator (f/m/d)
in full-time, 40 hours
As part of the Quality Management team, you will contribute to strengthening the company’s food safety culture. This role combines a strong focus on documentation, risk assessment, and quality systems with some hands-on laboratory tasks in microbiology and cleaning validation.
Tasks:
Verify CAPA effectiveness and support continuous improvement activities
Coordinate and monitor HACCP, VACCP, and TACCP programs, including meetings and risk assessments
Review and approve new raw materials, packaging materials, and suppliers, including risk assessments
Manage quality management system documentation and internal change management processes
Support the Quality Control department with microbiological analyses
Support the validation of cleaning chemicals and related cleaning processes
Support certification audits, supplier evaluations, facility inspections, trainings, and food safety culture projects
Required qualifications:
BSc or MSC in food science, food engineering or related field (food technology, biotechnology, pharma technology)
at least 3+ years’ experience in the food industry in quality related positions
experience with root cause analysis tools (5 why, fish bone, ….)
solid understanding of GMP guidelines and other relevant regulations in the food industry
HACCP knowledge and experience in conducting risk assessments
experience with ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000 or other certifications in a food manufacturing company
basic knowledge of European and national law for food and food packaging would be of advantage
experience in conducting audits / Qualification as an internal auditor in the food industry would be of advantage
ability to work in a team and strong communication skills
high sense of responsibility and independence
team spirit, reliability, and solid work ethic
good communication skills in English (B2) and preferably also in German (B1+)
general PC skills (MS Windows, Office)
Mutual respect, reliability and self-initiative are a matter of course for us.
Why PlantaCorp:
We offer you a challenging job in a varied environment of open doors and small hierarchy. In our very innovative and dynamic company, which is growing strongly, you will have the opportunity to implement your own projects and thus develop personally. Quality-orientation and self-commitment will lead you to the chance to take on more responsibility.
This is what PlantaCorp offers you:
encounters at eye level and a warm welcome
international and dynamic team
weekly fresh fruits
daily coffee, tea, milk and oat milk
two free food supplement of your choice per month as well as employee discount on all products
good public transport connections
subsidy for your Deutschlandticket
weekly Yoga on site
Urban Sports membership
German language courses
company events
Curious?
We look forward to receiving your application, including a cover letter, resume, documents regarding your highest level of education, and all available employment references.
Seda Tezcan
Team Lead People & Culture
PlantaCorp GmbH
Fangdieckstraße 66-68
22547 Hamburg
www.plantacorp.com I Producer of Liposomal Supplements in Germany. PlantaCorp is ISO 22000 and GMP certified.
About us
PlantaCorp is an ISO 22000 and GMP-certified producer of liposomal supplements based in Hamburg, Germany. Our unique encapsulation technology offers other companies the opportunity to build a business in quality food supplements.
https://www.plantacorp.com/
PlantaCorp GmbH has fulfilled a dream: Making high-quality, highly effective dietary supplements from a reliable source available to everyone, at a fair price.
Here is a video that provides an overview of our company, our values, and our culture.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7aJiy80jmo
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