About Us
Established in 2004, Panelto Foods is an Irish food company based in Longford. We produce a range of high-quality, contemporary sandwich breads for the UK and Irish food service markets from our highly automated world-class bakery. Our master bakers have visited every corner of Italy, learning age-old Biga techniques and gathering traditional recipes from the world's best artisan bakeries.
Panelto Foods have joined the European Bakery Group. Together, we will reach new markets, capitalise further on growth opportunities within the UK, Ireland and Europe, and benefit from the size and scale of the combined platform. There's never been a better time to join us
The Role
We are seeking a Quality Technician to join our Quality team. This is a key role in supporting our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and customer requirements, while maintaining our reputation for world-class standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out QMS compliance activities and support internal audits to BRC and AA+ standards.
* Review, verify and maintain quality documentation including supplier approval, audit records, and control systems.
* Facilitate external audits (certification bodies, customers).
* Support HACCP, TACCP, GMP, allergen management, traceability and other compliance requirements.
* Provide food safety training (inductions, refreshers, RSPO).
* Support quality culture across the site, ensuring compliance with industry best practice.
* Escalate and follow up on quality or food safety issues to ensure timely resolution.
What We're Looking For
* Experience in the food industry is highly advantageous.
* Strong knowledge of QMS processes with proven experience in internal audits.
* Familiarity with BRC standards and AA+ grading.
* HACCP and/or TACCP team experience desirable.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functionally and with auditors/customers.
* Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.