DepartmentTechnical and EnvironmentLocationReports toCAVANDeputy Group Technical ManagerThis is a maternity cover position for up to 12 months.This is a key role in the management of our Cavan operation, the site number 2. The site Quality lead is a part of the site management team working in conjunction with the operations team to deliver the site production requirements focusing on food safety and quality.The site specialises in the production of cooked food products much of which are canned, so operates 2 high risk processes which needs strong controls and processes.The candidate will have experience of high risk food production processes, a science qualification, which gives them the knowledge of the processes which they will manage.In addition to their quality/ technical experience the candidate will have an interest in operations and supporting a business operation.Responsibilities:QUALITY ASSURANCE LEADFood Safety & Quality Management SystemManagement of High risk food production processes and canning operations.Compliance with regulatory standards, legislation and liaising with DAFF officials.Corrective & Preventative Action & Non-Conforming Product ManagementRaw material and Stock controlsMeasuring adherence to Customer Specification.Liaison with Customers, customer complaint managementImplementation of measures and control procedures which are user owned.Carrying out system self-assessment and working with Customers during audits.The achievement and maintenance of the BRC standard and the Bord Bia PQAS, in terms of an independent third party factory accreditation. Management representative for Bord Bia PQAS.Implementation and maintenance of HACCP & hygiene requirements. HACCP Team Leader.Management of Laboratory Activities.Management of Sanitation & Cleaning.Product and process development.Maintain standards as set out by the Company in relation to quality, yields and specificationPerform standard tasks as per instructedAdjust tasks as required to suit Company requirements based on customer specificationsHealth & Safety managementCoordination and recording of training, including staff inductionCommunicate problems promptly through line management ensuring quick resolutionEnsure the Company Environmental Policy is adhered toCoordinate technical and maintenance suppliers/contractors to ensure standards are maintained.Participate in continuous improvement activities (Lean Management)Management of staff in support of the site managerEnsure time-keeping and attendance is adhered to in conjunction with the wages DepartmentTake appropriate action for dealing with absenteeism (in conjunction with HR), including the issuing of warnings, if necessaryDeal with any Grievance/Disciplinary issues as per Company PolicyAdminister Annual Leave using the Attendance CalendarReview new employees using the Probationary Report FormManagement any issues that may arise as appropriateWorking as part of the group technical team the role reports to the site manager and group technical manager.Key RelationshipsSite operations managerMaintenanceGroup technicalSalesTeam membersAdmin staffLEAN (continuous improvement team)H&S officerHRBPDepartment of Agriculture officialsEPA and external bodiesContractorsSkillsquality management canning cooked foods pork beef production management maternity