Quality Assurance Technician – FMCG Manufacturing (Waterford) - 6 months contractAn established Irish FMCG manufacturer with over 100 years' experience is seeking aQuality Assurance Technicianto join its team in Waterford. The company operates a flexible plant, supporting both premium small-batch products and large-scale production for well known brands.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, growing business in the food and beverage sector.The RoleAs QA Technician, you will play a hands-on role in ensuring compliance with quality and food safety standards across the site. Working closely with production, maintenance, and external stakeholders, you will support audits, manage non-conformances, and help maintain certification to BRC Version 9.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport maintenance of Quality Systems to BRC Version 9 standard and site certificationAssist with external audits and site visits from certification bodies, regulators, and customersManage NCRs, investigate customer complaints, and ensure corrective actions are implementedIssue COAs, warrants, and customs paperwork on dispatchesWork with production and maintenance teams on line issuesManage pest control audits and liaise with contractorsConduct internal audits, GMP checks, and trace/mock recall exercisesMaintain micro and chemical sampling, reconciliation of spirit intakes, and customer database updatesContribute to KPI reporting, quality performance trending, and consumables orderingProvide QC and lab support as neededAbout YouDegree in Food Science or a related discipline2+ years' experience in a QA/food manufacturing roleBRC and HACCP knowledge desirableExcellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skillsConfident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and on your own initiativeComfortable in a fast-paced environmentWhat's on OfferCompetitive salaryPension and health insuranceEducational support programmeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRefer-a-friend bonusOn-site parking and kitchen facilitiesBike-to-Work schemeWellness and social events throughout the yearThe Next Step for you:Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Maura O'Hea at Next Generation Recruitment.Next Generation are specialists in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Technical and Operation (permanent, contract and temporary) positions.Applications are in strict confidence. Next Generation will never share your data outside of our organisation without your prior written consent.Please read our Data Protection Policy on our website.