HACCP Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used HACCP
Steffen E.
Last position:
Domain Lead FI, CO, HR, Investor Relations at Douglas Group
- Process Owner SAP ERP 8 FI, CO & Investor Relations
- Process Owner SAP Success Factors
- Responsible for 4 teams, 39 FTE
- Full responsibility for end-to-end processes in SAP for Finance, Controlling, HR, Investor Relations
- Interface to certified public accountants for Finance IT (KPMG)
- ITIL-4 implementation for service request change request and project management with Service Now (Project Manager)
Norman R.
Last position:
Occupational Safety Specialist at Baltic Distillery GmbH
- Further development of the quality management system
- Conducting internal audits
- Preparing and following up on audits
- Conducting hygiene audits
- Planning external audits
- Creating and tracking deviations
- Document maintenance and creation
- Training employees (food hygiene, product protection)
- Revising supplier management with the purchasing department
- Digitizing the lab and part of the production with new equipment and electronic document management software
- Close cooperation with purchasing, sales, HR, and production management
- Preparing the management review together with senior management
- Acting as measuring equipment coordinator
Pavel S.
Last position:
Interim Manager Finance & Controlling at Freiberufler
- Accounting, controlling and reporting, taxes, risk management, treasury, credit management, legal affairs, internal control/SOX, HR, IT, cooperation with auditors, tax consultants and government authorities
- Logistics, production and HACCP, occupational safety and veterinary and hygiene regulations (food manufacturing)
- Due diligence, M&A, corporate split-offs, crisis management, project management
Selected interim projects:
- Twistcafe (fast-food restaurants) – Interim CFO (global): solved issues with accounting and tax documents for the year-end close of the German and Austrian subsidiaries; standardized the intercompany billing of raw material and cash transfers (CZ, SK, DE, AT, PL); automated the recharging of promotions and cashless payments; improved cost center accounting (200+ cost centers)
- VIB Vermögen AG (Branicks Group, real estate) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): completed HGB year-end financial statements for 19 companies without complications; IFRS group financial statements without issues; automated consolidation tasks (debt consolidation, expense and revenue consolidation); automated reporting processes
- NTT (telecommunications) – Interim Senior Controller (DE): simplified, standardized and automated monthly closing activities (provisions for customer and supplier rebates, order backlogs, accrued revenues, monthly gross profit adjustments), including SOX compliance evidence; balance sheet reconciliation; improved loyalty reporting
- Lilium (aerospace) – Interim Senior Accountant (DE): tax line corrections; asset migration from Datev to Infor LN for two companies, including data quality improvements; automated processing of interim asset investments and asset additions; led successful SOX audit for fixed assets leading up to the US IPO
- Brose (automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (CZ): successful Forecast III; simplified and automated calculations and reporting (hourly rates, temporary workers, monthly reports, scrap and external rework, direct personnel costs); platform change for the monthly board meeting
- LUST Hybrid-Technik (Pankl-SHW Industries, manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (DE): monthly and annual financial statements (including inventory valuation, cost accounting), plan vs. actual comparisons, variance analysis, ad hoc reports, forecast preparation, automation
- Gebr. Bode (Schaltbau Group, manufacturing) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): year-end financial statements without complications; simplified and automated liquidity planning; automated open items report, standardized intercompany reconciliations; implemented and automated the fixed assets report
- Hyva Georg Hydraulik (manufacturing) – Interim Senior Accountant/Finance Manager (DE): simplified and automated VAT returns, Intrastat and other statistical reports; automated fixed assets report; implemented and automated the cost center report/forecast and temporary labor reserves; master data correction
- Beiersdorf (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE/SK): oversaw transfer of the local finance department in Slovakia to the SSC Hamburg
- Trèves (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance & Controlling (CZ): identified weaknesses; implemented controlling processes for the procurement process (PR/PO/GR), payroll, energy costs, ICO accounting, cost center reporting
- Hella Slovakia Signal-Lighting (automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (SK): 10% reduction in receivables open items; automated reporting (capex, cost center, maintenance costs); standardized and automated inventory and receivables write-offs
- Tunap Cosmetics (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE): reduced DSO by 21 days within four months; balance sheet cleanup (fixed assets, provisions, prepaid expenses); reduced unprocessed invoices in the workflow by EUR 1.2 million during year-end; automated write-offs, controls and reporting
- Hanon Systems Autopal (automotive) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): identified weaknesses; automated cost center reporting and purchase orders; automated inventory and receivables write-offs
- Drägerwerk (manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): FI/CO management, process audit, investment incentives, accounting accuracy, SAP settings (FI/CO, MM)
- Maxim Chicken (FMCG) – Interim Head of Finance and Controlling (CZ): introduced new gastronomy products leading to increased sales; implemented cash flow forecasting; reduced variable and fixed costs (raw materials, property leasing); successfully passed veterinary audit
- Trelleborg Automotive Czech Republic (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ); Carbody Czech Republic (automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ): corrected accounting; corporate split-off with SAP separation; implemented cash flow forecasting; factoring
- Kantar Media (WPP Group, media) – Interim Finance Manager (CZ): automated US GAAP reporting; reduced fixed costs (supplier contracts, personnel expenses); implemented standard processes; successful SOX audit; production relocation
Oliver P.
Last position:
Freelance Event Project Lead (Onsite/Production) at Freelance Event Project Lead
- End-to-end project management and onsite execution: planning, setup, live operation, closing
- Management of vendors and stakeholders (agency, venue, technical/streaming, catering, stand construction, staff, decor)
- Process and resource planning including interface management between disciplines; quality and safety focus (HACCP/EHS)
- Depending on the project: Sustainability Lead (ISO 20121/ESG) and/or Hospitality/Catering Lead
Kathrin M.
Last position:
Deputy Plant Manager (interim) at Interim Engagement
- Restructuring and optimizing technical equipment and machinery to secure and develop the site
- Restructuring and optimizing building management for site development
- Planning and implementing long-term investments in technical equipment
- Implementing digital processes, ESG topics, sustainability and energy management
- Process optimization in production and supply chain to increase performance, stability and continuity
- Introducing preventive maintenance and repair processes as well as spare parts management
- Optimizing production planning and the value chain (inventory, packaging materials, storage)
- Introducing sustainable packaging materials after technical testing and approval
- Leadership development towards Positive Leadership
Andrea D.
Last position:
Lecturer/Trainer at Hochschule Pforzheim
Daniel D.
Last position:
Interim Senior Operation Manager at Hello Fresh
- Took on temporary leadership roles to manage critical phases such as scaling logistics processes
- Analyzed and improved workflows across the entire value chain, from procurement to delivery (Lean Six Sigma)
- Empowered leaders and teams to foster a data-driven culture and agile decision-making
Said W.
Last position:
HSE Manager at Worley
- Consultation on HSE-related topics
- Preparation of relevant documents (EHS plans)
- Construction inspections
- Construction meetings
- Construction briefing
- Review of contractors' risk assessments
Christian M.
Last position:
Project manager at SIS-Team Project GmbH
CHP cooperative value chain West Saxony Building new connections between OEM, TIER1, TIER2 and suppliers for smaller batches
Andreas L.
Last position:
Freelancer for Quality, Environmental and Occupational Safety Management at Freelancer
- Rheinmetall Aviation Services, Weeze, in Quality IT Design: development of quality software, consulting and coordination between Rheinmetall, Siemens and MM1 for the F35 Joint Fighter project in Weeze
- PDSL / Bentley (United Kingdom) in galvanic quality management: troubleshooting and problem solving for galvanized plastic surfaces
- Wolt (food), nationwide pre-requisite ISO22002 assessments for food storage warehouses, HACCP/hygiene consulting
Henning L.
Last position:
Business Consultant and Interim Manager for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at hlc-solutions
- Focus areas: SCM, warehouse and transport logistics
- Implementation of ERP systems (SCM): blueprints, realization
- Implementation of warehouse management systems
- SCM concepts
- SCM controlling (reporting)
- Purchasing and procurement processes
- Consolidation of companies after acquisitions
- Inventory optimization
Thomas R.
Last position:
Project Manager in Animal Husbandry and Feed at Mid-sized company – up to 90 employees
- Quality management consulting and support for certification of product safety standards
- Gap analysis, planning, document structure and practical implementation
- Conducting internal audits
- Conducting training sessions
- Supporting the QMS system partners with questions about the system, efficiency and overall quality
- Processing database entries related to feed monitoring
- Creating circulars for system partners and certification bodies
- Member of the crisis management team
- Managing projects from development to market launch, including integrating new products into operational processes and coordinating interfaces with purchasing, production, engineering and quality assurance departments
- Point of contact for suppliers and certification bodies
Hakan Y.
Last position:
Team leader at Bäckerei Künkel GmbH
- Creating work schedules, coordinating shifts, and handling staffing shortages
- Onboarding, training, and integrating new team members
- Leading the team, motivating members, and mediating conflicts
- Organizing orders and checking inventory levels
- Ensuring product quality and compliance with hygiene standards
- Responsibility for order, cleanliness, and HACCP checks
- Performing daily closings and checking cash register systems
- Ensuring customer satisfaction and professional complaint handling
- Needs assessment and advising customers
- Monitoring sales targets and implementing measures to increase sales
- Handling objections and conducting conversations
- Inbound and outbound telephone sales
- Communication with supervisors, suppliers, and the team
- Coordinating the implementation of new guidelines, processes, and initiatives
- Acting as a role model and actively working in day-to-day operations
- Maintaining CRM systems and data
- Multitasking and high resilience
Dietmar D.
Last position:
Certified Expert in Electrical Engineering according to DIN 17024 at Sachverständigenbüro de Vries
- Building and Real Estate Administration NRW: acceptance tests of photovoltaic systems
- Agrarservice Graf von Hardenberg: acceptance tests of photovoltaic systems
- BVB 09 Dortmund: defect report for a renovation project
- City of Duisburg: defect report for inner-city access barriers
- Freelancer as VEFK at LEONI Bordnetzsysteme GmbH, Kitzingen
- Project management of various projects at Aurubis AG, Lünen
Annika K.
Last position:
HSQE Management
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Statistics of experts using HACCP
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
3.4 years
Positions per freelancer
10
Top business areas
Operations, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Audit
Bachelor's degree or higher
92%
Master's degree or higher
62%
Doctorate
31%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using HACCP
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
HACCP experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Food and Beverage (87%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Professional Services (60%)
- Aerospace and Defense (40%)
- Automotive (33%)
- Education (33%)
- Healthcare (33%)
- Government and Administration (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Food safety framework
HACCP, short for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, is a preventive system for identifying, assessing and controlling food safety hazards. It covers biological, chemical and physical risks across receiving, processing, storage, transport and service. The approach turns food safety requirements into documented controls that teams can verify and improve.
Practical applications
HACCP is used wherever food is produced, handled or served. Typical work includes:
- Mapping process steps and identifying hazards
- Defining critical control points and operating limits
- Creating monitoring, corrective action and verification procedures
- Preparing records for internal and external audits
- Adapting plans for new products, recipes or production lines
Methods and tools
Professionals work with flow diagrams, hazard analysis worksheets, prerequisite programmes and verification records. They may align the system with Codex HACCP principles, ISO 22000, IFS or BRCGS requirements, depending on the company’s customers and certification goals. Digital quality management systems, temperature monitoring and traceability tools often support daily execution.
When companies need help
Companies bring in freelance HACCP specialists during site launches, product changes, certification preparation, corrective action programmes or supplier reviews. External support is also useful when internal teams lack time to validate a plan or when repeated deviations point to weak controls. In Germany, projects may involve production sites, laboratories, logistics operations, hotels and food-service organisations.
Strong professional practice
A strong specialist connects documentation with real production behaviour. They observe processes on site, ask precise questions, distinguish prerequisite controls from critical control points and make procedures usable for operators. They also understand sampling, calibration, cleaning, allergen management, traceability and incident response rather than treating HACCP as paperwork alone.
Collaboration and results
Remote work suits document reviews, workshops, risk assessments and system updates. On-site sessions remain valuable for walking the process, checking equipment and training teams in German or English. A sound engagement leaves the company with a clear HACCP plan, practical records, assigned responsibilities and evidence that controls are monitored, verified and maintained.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to HACCP.
HACCP is used to prevent food safety hazards by identifying where they can arise and defining controls before products reach customers. Companies apply it across food manufacturing, catering, retail, logistics and hospitality.
HACCP is a hazard-control method and a core part of broader food safety management systems such as ISO 22000. Standards and schemes may add requirements for management processes, documentation, auditing, supplier controls and continual improvement.
A capable HACCP specialist often combines food microbiology, prerequisite programmes, allergen management, sanitation, traceability and internal auditing. Experience with ISO 22000, IFS, BRCGS, supplier approval and digital quality systems can be valuable for more complex projects.
The right HACCP experience depends on the process, product risk and project scope rather than on a generic career threshold. A professional reviewing a simple food-service plan may need a different background from one validating controls across a multi-site manufacturing operation.
HACCP documentation, interviews, workshops and record reviews can often be completed remotely. On-site work is important for observing production, checking process flow, confirming equipment controls and training teams, especially in German facilities.
A well-run HACCP engagement should produce a documented hazard analysis, justified control measures, monitoring instructions, corrective actions and verification evidence. The deliverables should fit daily operations and be understandable to the people who use them.
Ask a HACCP specialist to explain how they separate prerequisite programmes from critical control points and how they validate each control. Strong professionals connect records to what happens on the floor, challenge weak assumptions and make corrective actions specific.
A HACCP project in Germany should clarify the sites involved, product categories, applicable customer or certification requirements and the expected balance of remote and on-site work. It is also useful to agree whether workshops, documentation and training will be conducted in German, English or both.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects is 112 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 897 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects, 92% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 62% hold at least a Master's degree, and 31% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects are Food and Beverage (87%), Manufacturing (67%), and Professional Services (60%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used HACCP in their recent projects are Operations (93%), Project Management (87%), and Quality Assurance (73%).
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