Wallace Myers International are recruiting a Quality Coordinator for our client, a leading global Sterile Manufacturing plant in West Cork Contact Jenn Dinan on and email Quality Coordinator - Quality Assistant-Permanent - West Cork (commutable form Cork city) We will consider STRONG GRADUATES IN FOOD SCIENCE or related Scientific degree e.g: Microbiology/Biotechnology Reporting to the Quality Manager the Quality Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of Quality & Food Safety Management Systems within the laboratories as well as coordinate activities to ensure GMP/cGLP by setting up clear guidelines/KPIs to be achieved and maintained as well as drive operational excellence along with the Quality Management Team. Main Responsibilities Ensuring compliance with current regulations and company directives/guidelines Performing regular inspections and reviews to ensure the employees adhere to quality procedures/policies Conducting and leading with training and improvements plans related to change control Preparing and maintaining Quality Management documentation Implementing processes and procedures to ensure on-time delivery of testing in compliance with cGMP and cGLP i.e., leading the team in optimising safety, performance and efficiency using established lean principles Ensure compliance to all site and central requirements, training and regulations i.e., Quality, Health and Safety as well as Environmental. Coordinate weekly Environmental Swabbing and testing program, in accordance with the site and in accordance with the central standards and communicate test results Developing/updating/Implementing and approving test methods/work instructions/protocols/Quality Systems/Company Policies in alignment with site and central laboratory strategy (completed in a timely manner) Leading and/or investigating OOS/OOT results and implementing CAPAs related to analytical testing Supporting other functions with the goal of performing all analytical testing that is required for plant operations and projects (i.e., Ops/SC/R&D/Projects), and as a Subject Matter Expert Liaising with Quality Manager in the day-to-day activities and plans Perform Quality and Food Safety Internal Audits programs in accordance to company guidelines/directives Purchasing of all materials and services relating to the laboratories Key Requirements Third level qualification in Food Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology or related discipline 1 - 2 years' experience in a Laboratory environment would be beneficial Strong IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Technologies and previous experience of using Quality Systems (such as LIMS, Bamboo etc..) highly desirable Working knowledge of quality and food safety legislation Knowledge of ISO Methods and PCR Technology would be beneficial Excellence in organizational skills, flexible and must be able to work outside scheduled hours Flexible and agile on taking new projects and seeing them through to completion Excellent communication skills All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidence Contact JENN DINAN on or call At Wallace Myers International Recruitment Agency we specialise in sourcing professionals for key industries and services. See our website for more details. Privacy Policy: By applying for this role you are agreeing that your details will be stored in our database and may be considered for similar future positions. For more info see Skills: Food Science Quality BRC HACCP cGMP Benefits: pension helathcare bonus