Quality Assistant – Food Production For one of our clients in the seafood industry, DB Partner is looking for a Quality Assistant to join the production team. This is a practical, hands-on role combining work in a modern food-production environment with daily quality and food-safety controls. You do not need to be an experienced quality specialist, but you should be accurate, responsible, comfortable using digital systems, and able to understand why food-safety procedures are important. For the right person, this is a great opportunity to gain experience within quality and food safety in the seafood industry. What will you do? As a Quality Assistant, you will work closely with both the production and quality teams. A large part of the job takes place directly in the production environment. Your tasks may include: • Performing routine quality checks during production • Taking product, water and environmental samples • Checking and recording temperatures • Carrying out simple tests and inspections • Checking product quality, weight, packaging and labelling • Performing routine checks of equipment such as metal detectors, X-ray systems and scales • Recording results in spreadsheets, electronic forms and quality systems • Registering and reporting deviations when something does not meet the required standard • Following hygiene, food-safety and quality procedures • Supporting the Quality team with other operational tasks when required You will receive training in the procedures and systems used at the factory. Who are we looking for? We are primarily looking for someone who is reliable, observant and able to think independently. You should: • Be able to communicate well in English • Be comfortable using computers and learning different software systems • Be accurate and structured when recording information • Understand the importance of hygiene and food safety • Be able to follow procedures while also noticing when something does not look right • Be comfortable working in a production environment • Be willing to learn and take responsibility for the controls you perform • Be able to cooperate with production workers, team leaders and the Quality team • Be flexible regarding working hours and able to work different shifts Norwegian language skills are not required. Education or previous experience within food production, food technology, quality control, laboratory work, HACCP or food safety is an advantage, but it is not a requirement. Relevant training will be provided. We think you may be a good fit if... You are the type of person who notices when something is different, asks questions when you are unsure and understands that when working with food, details matter. You do not need to know everything from the first day. What matters is that you are willing to learn, can use common digital tools and take the responsibility of quality and food-safety checks seriously. We offer • Work with an established company in the seafood industry • Training in quality-control procedures and systems • Practical experience within food safety and quality • A varied working day combining production and quality-control tasks • Follow-up from DB Partner throughout the assignment Working hours: Shift work – flexibility is required Language: English Start date: By agreement Interested? Apply through DB Partner with your CV. In your application, tell us briefly about any experience you have from food production, quality control, laboratory work or other work where accuracy and responsibility have been important.
Some jobs are just jobs. Others become part of a team, a rhythm, and a workplace where every day matters. Right now, we are looking for hardworking and reliable people to join a busy fish production facility in the Orkanger / Trondheim area. The seafood industry is one of Norway’s most important industries, and behind every product leaving the factory is a team of people who take pride in quality, precision, and teamwork. This is not an office job. It’s physical work in a fast-paced environment where focus, discipline, and cooperation are important. Some days are intense, but they are also rewarding for people who enjoy staying active and being part of a strong team. Who are we looking for? We are searching for people who are motivated, dependable, and ready to work. Experience from food production, industrial work, fish farming, slaughtering, or seafood processing is highly valued. Experience with fish filleting is a big advantage, but the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as important. You should: • Have good physical condition and a strong work ethic • Be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment • Stay focused and maintain quality throughout the workday • Work well independently and together with others • Understand the importance of hygiene and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) • Speak and understand English and/or Norwegian well We believe you are someone who: • Shows up on time and takes responsibility • Works accurately and pays attention to detail • Is flexible with working hours and tasks • Has a positive attitude and contributes to the team • Understands that reliability matters What do we offer? We offer more than just a workplace. You will become part of a professional and supportive environment where people work together toward common goals. We offer: • Competitive salary according to tariff agreements • Good working conditions • A stable workplace with opportunities for long-term work • Supportive management and good colleagues • Valuable experience in the Norwegian seafood industry Important Information • Applicants should live in or near the Orkanger / Trondheim area, or be able to commute • Personal attendance at interview is required If you are ready for a practical and meaningful job in a strong industry, we would love to hear from you.
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