Quality Assurance Specialist

Lecithin is a multifunctional, nature-friendly ingredient used across various industries, offering both functional and nutritional benefits. It is applicable in markets such as Feed Nutrition, Food, Nutraceuticals and Sport Nutrition, Infant Nutrition, Pharma, and Personal Care. Shankar Europe, headquartered in Bergamo, Italy, is the first branch of an Indian family-owned company with over 30 years of experience, operating in more than 30 countries worldwide. The European division provides sales, marketing, quality, technical, and regulatory support, along with a robust supply chain based in Italy, offering sustainable, end-to-end solutions focused on customer and consumer needs. Due to our growth, we are seeking a Quality and Regulatory Affairs Assistant for Personal Care Applications. What we Expect from you? You will support our Quality and Regulatory team by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining quality control procedures, and organizing documentation. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will be vital to our regulatory and quality initiatives. Main Required Skills: Expertise in European regulations and their regional applicability and analysis Assist in creating, reviewing, and organizing regulatory and quality documents, including specifications, manuals, and compliance records Maintain accurate records for traceability and transparency Monitor and assess business impacts of changing regulations, develop action plans, and communicate with teams Manage country-specific registrations, reports, notifications, and dossiers for product distribution and sales Handle complaints and claims management Support regulatory requests and questionnaires from customers Evaluate regional regulations for current and new products, identify risks and opportunities, and address compliance obligations Assist in establishing new quality standards where relevant Participate as a member of the crisis team Stay informed about industry-specific regulations and standards Collaborate on regulatory filings and documentation Participate in quality control activities such as inspections, audits, and testing Support quality improvement initiatives Education and Experience: BS in life sciences or related field with 3 years in food ingredients and regulatory experience Bachelor’s in food technology with at least 3 years’ experience in a regulatory role in the food industry Familiarity with EU legislative and regulatory processes Knowledge of industry standards like FDA, ISO, GMP is a plus Skills: Strong research, analytical, and communication skills Excellent writing skills for complex dossiers Fluent in Italian and English; knowledge of French or German is a plus Proven success in regulatory food approvals Ability to work in multidisciplinary and virtual environments Knowledge of EU regulations for food, nutrition, pharma, and personal care products Experience with BRC, GFSI, HACCP standards Proficient in Office 365, CRM, and ERP systems How to Apply Shankar Europe is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence in quality and regulatory compliance. Interested in this position? Apply now to become a part of our team in Bergamo, Italy. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-bergamo, IT

Posted Date: 6/14/2025