Quality and Safety Specialist Norway

HAVI is part of Morgan Street Holding and was founded in 1974. We employ more than 8 500 people globally and serves customers in over 30+ markets (Europe, Asia & North America). Our global Head Quarter is in Chicago, while the European is in Duisburg.

HAVI’s 3 key areas are: Employee Engagement, Customer satisfaction and Financial Results.

In Norway it all started with McDonald’s in 1983, under the name McInco, Over the years we have expanded, and in addition to McDonald’s we serve other well-known brands. We deliver to over 280 restaurants every week. HAVI Norway employs around 80 employees, and we have two distribution centres located nearby Lillestrøm.

For more information, please visit www.HAVI.com.

Are you passionate about Quality and Safety? Join us and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day!

At HAVI, quality and safety are not just a requirement – they are part of our culture. We are now looking for a committed and forward-thinking Quality and Safety Specialist who can inspire, communicate clearly, and build strong relationships across departments. HAVI is a global leader in integrated supply chain management for the food industry, providing end-to-end solutions for retail, quick-service restaurants (QSR) and food service (FSR). From globally renowned consumer brands, like McDonald’s, to regional leaders and local heroes, we ensure every supplier and outlet enjoys exceptional service tailored to their unique needs.

Organizational placement

The position is reporting to the Managing Director HAVI Norway, with a dotted line to the Senior Manager Quality & Sustainability cluster North.

Overall Responsibilities

The Q&S Specialist is responsible for the coordination and effectiveness of all Quality & Safety systems and processes within the company. The Q&S Specialist strives to improve the business and ensures co-workers to contribute to the continuous development of the company.

The Q&S Specialist assures a performance level in line with the management systems, policies and instructions, company targets, culture as well as effective laws and regulations.

This role is essential for making sure our goods are delivered safely and in controlled condition. In addition, in this position we are looking for someone who is great at steering processes, who enjoys interacting with different colleagues from various departments. Also, the ideal candidate is skilled in making the team understand the importance of food quality & safety and lastly not afraid of holding others accountable in the process.

Main task and responsibilities

• Maintain, implement, and monitor quality management systems and HSE procedures across the organization;
• Ensure compliance with all applicable quality, food and human safety standards and regulations relevant for the business and responsibility area;
• Lead internal and external audits and support certification processes;
• Conduct risk assessments and drive continuous improvement within quality and safety
• Responsible for non-conformance handling, root cause analysis and follow-up of improvement measures;
• Train and support employees across departments in quality and safety awareness;
• Report quality and safety KPIs and performance metrics;
• Actively drive improvement work in the business and run projects within the area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Higher education in quality management, food safety, logistics, or similar fields;
• 3-5 years’ Experience in quality assurance and/or HSE within food, logistics, or transport sectors;

• Solid knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.g.: HACCP, TACCP, Food defense and IFS, BRC, ISO, local food safety laws);

• Great communication skills in both Norwegian and English (oral and written);
• Ability to work independently with a structured, detail-oriented approach and a mindset for improvement;

• Able to transfer knowledge to others (give instructions or training).

We offer

• A key position in a forward-looking, healthy and growing company;
• Great company culture that is value driven;
• Opportunity to work with well-known brands in an international setting;
• Good development opportunities and competitive terms;

For further information about the role:

• Contact: Kjersti Laumann, HR Manager
• Phone: +47 40640505 (for questions about the process)

For questions about the role:

• Contact: Camilla Eklöf, Senior Manager Quality & Sustainability Cluster North
• Phone: +46 (0) 708 672 045