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Quality Assurance Technologist - West Cork
We are looking for an experienced QA Technician to join our client, a well established Irish brand based in West Cork to play a key role in ensuring quality, safety, and excellence within their production facility is maintained.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative food manufacturing environment.
Working Hours - 40-45 hours per week (between 7am-5pm)
Salary - €40k DOE
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the Quality Assurance function, ensuring the team is well organised, trained, and equipped to meet site and departmental objectives.
* Promote and uphold a strong food safety culture across the business.
* Maintain and enhance systems supporting food safety and quality standards.
* Ensure full compliance with Irish and EU food safety regulations.
* Conduct internal audits and support corrective actions where required.
* Collaborate with Production, Sales, and Innovation teams to manage supplier quality and compliance.
* Stay up to date with industry and regulatory developments, sharing insights with the wider team.
* Lead the technical function during customer audits and technical visits.
* Drive continuous improvement and team motivation through innovation and best practice.
Requirements
* Qualification in a scientific or food-related discipline (preferred).
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the FMCG or food manufacturing sector.
* Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
* Strong understanding of food processing, HACCP, and regulatory standards.
* Working knowledge of IFS, Organic certification, and Irish/EU food safety systems.
* Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
Submit your CV to Lisa O\'Connor for review. For questions, call 01 8788240.
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Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
* Food and Beverage Retail
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