Quality & Food Safety Specialist (Part-Time, 50%)

Salary Competitive

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven, hands-on Quality professional for a part-time role in a modern, dynamic, and fast-paced environment. You will help strengthen our quality efforts and shape a practical, efficient food safety system. Based in R&D, the role collaborates closely across the company—especially with Operations—and plays a key part in developing documentation, assessing risks, and preparing us for FSSC 22000 certification.


The Role

This part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating structure, writing clear procedures, and working cross-functionally to bring systems to life.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support the systematic development and expansion of our food safety management system.

  • Lead the writing and refinement of SOPs and ensure procedures are implemented and followed across Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and R&D.

  • Contribute to achieving and maintaining FSSC 22000 certification.

  • Project-manage quality initiatives, including assessing quality levels and driving mitigating actions.

  • Assist with risk assessments and ensure non-conformities are captured and resolved efficiently.


Who You Are

You may be late-career with deep experience or earlier in your journey looking for a 50% role. You thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy creating order and clarity.

  • Proven background in food safety (FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP).

  • Experience in production or R&D.

  • Strong ability to write clear procedures and organize documentation.

  • Efficient and pragmatic approach.

  • Regulatory insight is a plus.

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in food safety/QA within fermentation or savoury ingredient production.

  • Strong knowledge of GFSI standards.

  • Relevant master’s degree.

  • Valid work permit for Denmark.


The Setup

  • Time: Part-time (50% / ~18.5 hrs/week)

  • Reporting to: Head of R&D, with daily collaboration with the Quality Lead

  • Location: On-site in Copenhagen—Frederiksberg (R&D) and Nordhavn (Main office)

For more information or questions please contact us at Rasmus.mortensen@reduced.dk

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Free office snacks
Free office snacks

Skill development
Skill development

Paid holiday
Paid holiday

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Working at
REDUCED

REDUCED stands at the forefront of B2B biotechnology, pioneering innovative approaches in fermentation and biotechnology to revolutionize the sustainable utilization of food waste and side streams. Our mission is to harness the power of science and technology to transform overlooked resources into high-quality savory food ingredients, thereby mitigating environmental impact and contributing to a more sustainable future for food production. Through our cutting-edge processes, we employ advanced fermentation techniques and biotechnological methodologies to unlock the latent potential within food waste and side streams. By doing so, we not only reduce waste but also create valuable, nutritious ingredients that can be utilized in various culinary applications. At REDUCED, we are driven by a commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. By repurposing food waste into savory ingredients, we strive to minimize the ecological footprint of food production and combat the challenges posed by food scarcity and environmental degradation. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond innovation to encompass rigorous quality control measures and adherence to industry standards. We prioritize the production of safe, reliable ingredients that meet the highest standards of quality and taste. Through partnerships with food manufacturers, retailers, and other stakeholders across the supply chain, we aim to foster a collaborative approach to sustainable food production. Together, we can unlock the full potential of biotechnology to create a more resilient and environmentally responsible food system for generations to come.

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