Carleton Cakes is an Irish owned family company specializing in the production of pre-portioned tray-bakes for our Carleton brand and are also proud to have been selected as a manufacturing partner for the UK's leading coffee chains and other selected partners.We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Technician to join our expanding quality department. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who can work independently within our fast-paced food manufacturing environment and will help to ensure that the quality of products is upheld at all times. The shift times for this position operate on a 3-week rotation: 6am - 2pm; 2pm - 11pm; 8am - 5pm.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure compliance with food safety and BRC standardsConduct process control checks on raw/semi-processed and finished product, ensuring product specifications are met.Report findings on quality issues, liaising with Production, Packing and Quality ManagersProduct acceptability and shelf-life samplingHygiene checksMaintain Factory records for Quality Management SystemRequirements1-2 years experience in a QC or QA role3rd level qualification in relevant discipline (e.g. Food Science/Food Manufacturing/Food Safety) desirableWorking knowledge of BRC, HACCP and Food legislation an advantageBe self-motivated with the ability to learn quicklyExcellent English written and verbal communication skillsGood computer skills in MS Office suiteExcellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritizeJob Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:Employee discountOn-site parkingAbility to commute/relocate:Cootehill, Cootehill, CO. Cavan H16 H685: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Application question(s):Do you have your own transport or access to transport?Experience:Quality Control: 1 year (preferred)Work Location: In person