Job Title: Technical Supervisor
A career-defining opportunity has arisen for a qualified individual to join our team as a Technical Supervisor.
This exciting role is based in Carrigans, Co. Donegal, and offers the chance to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with hands-on responsibility for technical standards and compliance.
The Role:
* Support the Technical Manager in maintaining and developing food safety, quality, and compliance standards across the site.
* Liaise with auditing bodies and customers, ensuring audit readiness and compliance at all times.
* Monitor and report on KPIs, addressing non-conformances and implementing corrective actions.
* Oversee adherence to HACCP principles, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
* Promote good factory practices and ensure production teams uphold the highest quality standards.
* Conduct investigations into quality issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions.
* Manage documentation, technical reports, and corrective action plans accurately and efficiently.
* Collaborate with other departments and approved service suppliers to ensure consistent quality output.
The Person:
* Degree or HND in a food-related discipline.
* Minimum 2-3 years' experience working in a technical role within a high-volume food production environment.
* Strong working knowledge of HACCP, customer and regulatory standards, DAFM requirements, and local legislation.
* Excellent attention to detail with strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to influence and engage across all levels of the business.
* Confident in root cause analysis, record keeping, and audit preparation.
* Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel, with strong report writing and data analysis skills.
* Commercially aware, adaptable, and proactive with a passion for food and continuous improvement.
The Rewards:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work with a leading business in the food manufacturing industry.
* Hands-on, varied role offering career development and long-term progression.
* Supportive team environment focused on growth and continuous improvement.