OverviewQuality Coordinator - Nights Lir Chocolates, Navan, County Meath, Ireland
In this role, you will assist the organisation in formulating quality standards and regulations, monitor the quality management system, ensure compliance with the latest quality controls, and help maintain company-wide standards.
Position type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Hours: 40
Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday, 14:30 - 01:00
Pay range: €14.70 /hour.
(Salary equivalent €29,328.00)
Breaks: 30 minutes paid, 30 minutes unpaid
ResponsibilitiesMaintain audit standards across the site and ensure food safety, quality, and integrity throughout production.Conduct line audits to verify product quality against QAS and ensure documentation is complete.Facilitate taste panels and complete scheduled GMP, hygiene, glass/brittle plastic, and CCP audits.Collaborate with production to resolve issues, prevent recurrence, and drive improvements.Calibrate key food safety equipment as required.Raise and investigate NCRs, ensuring timely closure with supporting evidence.Support quality and food safety investigations, reporting findings to the Quality Manager.Perform post-clean inspections using ATP and allergen swabbing.File retained samples and maintain easy access for audits and complaints.Oversee microbiological testing of products, environment, and water.Maintain and review product/process batch records and follow up on any out-of-spec results.Conduct internal audits as per the Quality Management System.Monitor ingredient shelf life and ensure proper batch rotation.Enforce hygiene compliance and allergen policy across all staff.Identify training needs to uphold quality standards.Verify product barcoding and ensure allergen procedures are followed.Implement, monitor, and review corrective actions.QualificationsTechnical and Industry Knowledge Relevant experience in a similar industry – Food/FMCG
Food Safety Level 2 (Essential)
HACCP Level 2 (Essential)
Allergen awareness
Pest awareness
Good GMP Audit Practice knowledge
Previous experience with internal audits
Good numerical skills and understanding of gap analysis
Computer and Analytical Skills Excellent computer skills
Good knowledge of MS Office and databases
Personal and Interpersonal Skills Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail is essential
Multi tasking skillsReliable and trustworthy
Rewards BenefitsBegin with 23 days of annual leave, progressively increasing by an extra day each year until you reach 25 days, in addition to public holidays.(verify holiday hours against shift and amend accordingly).Paid BreaksOvertime available but not guaranteed: Any hours over 40 hours is time and a half.
Saturday is time and a half for the first 4 hours then double time after 4 hours.
Sunday is double time.Employee Assistance ProgrammeHoliday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year(subject to meeting minimum criteria)Death In Service BenefitCompany Pension Plan at 1.5%Family friendly policies such as 12 weeks of paid maternity leave after one year of service.Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme(subject to meeting minimum criteria)Hybrid working opportunitiesAnnual engagement calendar covering an array of activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusionParticipate in supporting your local community with opportunities to spend one day per year volunteering or fundraising and gain company-matched sponsorship.Company Wellbeing agenda including annual Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group and Mental Health First Aid programmeAccess to staff shopswith exclusive discountsMonthly employee recognition scheme via the 'Zertus Values Awards'Recruitment Refer a Friend rewardsTraining and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships)About UsAt Lir, we stand as a forefront provider of premium chocolates to prominent retailers globally.
Our ethos revolves around creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and a relentless pursuit of innovation.
Operating from two cutting-edge manufacturing plants in Navan, County Meath, we are dedicated to the art and enchantment of crafting hand-finished and hand-decorated chocolates based on both traditional recipes and gloriously unfamiliar new combinations.
Application & Interview ProcessLir Chocolates are an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Your application will be reviewed and entered into the selection process, if successful you will receive a call or email from a member of our Recruitment or HR Team (PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL), if successful, your application will be sent to the hiring manager for review, if successful, you will attend an onsite one stage interview process which may include a factory tour.
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