Quality Assurance Lead (Maternity Cover)
Location:
Co. Cavan
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm
*Maternity cover contract of up to 12 months*
* Competitive salary
* Opportunity to lead quality on a key production site.
About the Company
A well-established food manufacturing facility in Cavan is seeking a
Quality Assurance Lead
to support its operation. This high-performing site specialises in products for retail and foodservice. The role sits on the site management team and is key to ensuring food safety, compliance, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the site's Food Safety & Quality Management System
* Ensure compliance with BRC, Bord Bia and regulatory requirements.
* Manage audits, customer specifications, complaints, and raw material controls.
* Oversee sanitation, laboratory activities, and product/process improvements.
* Support site operations and lead/coach the on-site team as part of the management group.
Requirements:
* Degree in Food Science or a related discipline.
* Minimum 3–5 years' experience in food manufacturing (experience with high risk products is an advantage).
* Strong knowledge of HACCP, quality systems and food safety standards.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with operations, technical and regulatory teams.
Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Please click "apply now" to submit your CV to Laura Duffy for immediate review or call for more information
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