Job Title: Quality & Compliance Manager
Operating Shift:
08:00am - 14:00pm (Monday - Thursday)
08:00am - 13:00pm (Friday)
Reporting to: Site Director
Location: Drogheda, Co. Louth
Summary:
A state-of-the‑art blending and bottling facility in Co. Louth, providing flexible blending, bottling, and packaging solutions to the global spirits industry. With purpose‑built units at the forefront of innovation and equipped with the latest blending and bottling technologies, this facility is positioned as a leader in the sector.
Role Overview:
As the Quality & Compliance Manager, you will be an integral part of a dynamic and rapidly expanding team, playing a key role in the successful launch and ongoing development of a new operation in the Louth/Meath area. This position offers a broad scope of responsibility across various commercial functions, including blending, bottling, brand development, marketing, and supply chain management. The ideal candidate will have a well‑rounded skill set with a strong interest in the spirits sector and business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Quality Management System (QMS):
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the QMS, ensuring compliance with ISO, BRC, and KOSHER standards by 2026-2027.
* Internal Audits & Factory Hygiene:
Conduct regular factory floor audits to monitor hygiene and housekeeping standards, review audit reports, and develop strategies to address any issues.
* Regulatory Compliance:
Manage DAFM label approvals and ensure adherence to Revenue compliance, including the preparation of monthly reports.
* Customer Onboarding & Compliance:
Ensure all compliance documentation is in place for new customers, and oversee the setup of technical specifications.
* Corrective Actions & Non‑Conformance:
Take corrective actions to control non‑conforming products and ensure product quality standards are met.
* Training & Support:
Provide technical guidance and training to cross‑functional departments, ensuring staff are well‑equipped to meet compliance and quality standards.
* Team Management:
Lead and manage the technical team, including recruitment, training, performance monitoring, and disciplinary actions as required.
* Process & Environmental Improvements:
Implement continuous improvements in processes, products, and environmental standards to meet customer and legislative requirements, while tracking progress against internal KPIs.
* Product Specifications:
Ensure all product specifications are completed and strictly adhered to.
* Training Development:
Develop and manage training induction and ongoing training plans for staff.
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