Q&FS Technologist

Job Description:
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in petcare and food safety? As our Q&FS Technologist, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to protecting consumers and delivering trusted, high-quality products. Together, we’ll strengthen food safety standards, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing sites.
What You’ll Do
As our PCH Q&FS Technologist, your key responsibilities will include:
Drive Q&FS Excellence – Implement and continuously improve Mars Quality Management Process (QMP) and global Q&FS standards to ensure product safety and quality
Lead Food Safety Programs – Act as Food Safety Team Leader, managing HACCP programs, verification plans, and site compliance through internal and external audits
Manage Incidents & Compliance – Own or support PRIMP incidents, ensuring effective root cause analysis, corrective/preventative actions, and product disposition
Collaborate & Influence – Partner with regional and site teams to deploy standards, monitor KPIs, and build strong food safety capabilities across the organization
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who has:
Relevant Experience – Background in food safety, quality systems, and HACCP program implementation within manufacturing or FMCG
Key Skills – Strong analytical thinking, root cause analysis, and auditing experience with a passion for quality and food safety
Soft Skills – Effective communication, collaboration, and ability to influence stakeholders across functions
Qualifications – Degree in Food Science or related field; HACCP and Lead Auditor certification preferred
Why Work at Mars?
At Mars, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career with a purpose and great perks! Here’s what you can expect:
A Global Network – Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Purpose-Driven Work – Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
Learning & Development – Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
Competitive Compensation – An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Diversity & Inclusion at Mars
Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.
The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.