Quality Control Coordinator
Come and join the leading #avoexperts π₯
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce β 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
Weβre looking for a Quality Controller Coordinator to join our team in Poeldijk, Netherlands.
The QC Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all incoming and outgoing goods meet the required quality standards and customer specifications. Based in Poeldijk, this position oversees the quality control (QC) processes, coordinates inspections throughout production, and manages the QC team.The QC Coordinator works closely with other departments to maintain product quality, ensure proper documentation, and enforce hygiene and safety regulations. They also serve as the first point of contact for external inspectors and have the authority to stop production or reject products when necessary.
The role is critical in upholding quality and compliance across the business.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect incoming goods and outgoing shipments to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
- Monitor product quality throughout the production process and take corrective action when necessary.
- Supervise and support the QC team in daily activities, task delegation, and performance coaching.
- Review and correct administrative tasks completed by QC staff to maintain documentation accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with BRC, IFS, and internal hygiene standards across all operations.
- Verify supplier certifications such as GlobalG.A.P. and manage sample handling for residue analysis.
- Act as the main contact for external inspectors and conduct offsite inspections when needed.
- Collaborate with production and logistics teams to address and resolve quality-related issues.
- Maintain clear communication with management, escalating quality concerns promptly.
- Support a culture of continuous improvement, enforcing standards and encouraging team accountability.
- QC experience in the fresh produce industry is preferred, with FMCG / food experience essential.
- Knowledge of logistics processes, HACCP, and relevant quality standards.
- Certified in quality control for vegetables, exotics, citrus, and stone fruits.
- Strong command of Dutch and English (spoken and written).
- Skilled in MS Office and familiar with Green Commerce or FreshTracker (preferred).
- Leadership or supervisory experience is an advantage.
- Strong communication, planning, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and lead a team effectively.
- Flexible, results-driven, and able to enforce internal policies.
- 26 days vacation, plus national holidays
- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- Company phone & laptop
Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time.
Weβre an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.