Overview
Quality Systems & Food Safety Junior Specialist role at Ferrero, based in Cork City, Ireland. The role is a stand-alone position reporting to the Quality Manager in Ferrero Ireland. It defines and states rules and good practices for production internal use, based on guidelines defined by the central team and other external organizations. To ensure food products meet safety and quality standards, food safety regulations and HACCP principles. It conducts inspections/audits, implements control measures, and ensures adherence to hygiene practices. It maintains structured records and documentation control.
Main Responsibilities
* Assures preparation and attendance to internal and external audits (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, FSMA, Ferrero Food Safety and Quality Industrial Audit, Ferrero Self-Assessment Audits, etc.)
* Cooperates with other departments in different audit activities (e.g., SMETA)
* Guarantees internal audits (planning, execution, monitoring and training of auditors)
* Performs cross audits in other Ferrero plants (1-2/year)
* Monitors Quality KPIs (such as consumer complaints, non-conformities, glass & hard plastic checks) and collaborates with relevant stakeholders on action plans
* Coordinates and manages CAPA status updates and collaborates with relevant stakeholders on implementation / follow-up
* Updates HACCP plans using risk analysis method; manages and coordinates the food safety team
* Coordinates and manages Environmental Monitoring Plan and collaborates with relevant stakeholders on implementation
* Manages traceability in the plant and coordinates required simulations for traceability
* Coordinates and manages Patrol Walk
* Conducts training in Food Safety, GMP in Production, GMP for Maintenance, PRPs, etc.
* Establishes Rules based on Ferrero Group Guidelines and external standards, legislation, etc.
* Drafts Manuals & Procedures and manages Plant Quality Documentation System
* Supervises external contractors including pest control, cleaning and calibration
* Executes the purchasing process for food safety related activities
* Coordinates and manages Food Safety related projects
* Ensures presence of all needed roles, through substitution of absent collaborators
Who we are looking for
* Degree in Food Science or equivalent
* 5+ years experience
* Ability to work with tight deadlines
* Team player
* Display commitment, effort, motivation and initiative
* Relocation is not provided
How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. To be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be consumer- and product-centric as we are—dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.
Diversity & Inclusion
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Manufacturing
Location: Ringaskiddy, County Cork, Ireland; Hollyhill, County Cork, Ireland; Carrigaline, County Cork, Ireland; Little Island, County Cork, Ireland; Midleton, County Cork, Ireland
#J-18808-Ljbffr