Role Overview:
We are currently seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to join our team in our Shannon, Ireland production facility as a Quality Officer. If you are a self-driven, detail-oriented individual with a strong work history, high work ethic and you are someone who likes working in a fun & fast-paced environment, then we are looking for you
The Quality Officer position provides support to the companies production in upholding the integrity of key management systems for quality, food safety, and other related regulatory and compliance programs. This position will have the responsibility of making critical decisions regarding these various management systems and their respective certifications with a focus on continuous improvement across all aspects of the production process.
Position responsibilities and expectations:
Quality and Safety:
* Maintain the knowledge of the companies extrusion and production processes to effectively develop and maintain management systems and relevant compliance programs relevant to overall operations.
* Play a lead role in having plant operations meet the required quality and safety standards. This position is essential to actively cross-function between multiple departments.
* Collect production samples for analysis and maintain accurate records regarding color, thickness of material, and defects. Perform root cause analysis on manufacturing quality events, serving as primary author of deviation reports.
* Work with customers and suppliers to meet their standard requirements. Provide quality & food safety related documentation to satisfy their certification and regulatory requirements.
* Work with and communicate effectively with management team for all customer-related quality and food safety concerns.
* Establish and maintain safe and healthy working conditions that align with local, state, and federal laws, including implementation of activities, policies and programs to reduce or eliminate physical and bodily health hazards.
* Attend Leadership and facilitate Team meetings and contribute insights and address concerns of various aspects of the operation.
* Coordinate and maintain periodic 5S or similar (safety walks) to monitor basic operating essentials such as housekeeping, identify potential safety hazards (building structure, personnel, equipment etc.) and provide records/documentation for any findings and vigorous reporting to ensure standards are met.
* Work with Production Management to coordinate quality and safety training sessions for all employees, conduct food safety training for core employees and temporary workers.
* Assist staff with information regarding product quality, legality, and facility hygiene.
* Ensure Health and Safety of the facility and the people within it. Maintain Health and Safety Manuals and conduct risk analysis as the onsite safety officer.
* Ensure necessary Equipment used for quality assurance is calibrated in a timely manner and accurate records maintained.
* Follow and enforce all company established guidelines and procedures of all management systems.
Compliance
* Coordinate required audits, work closely with plants' management team to lead preparation and readiness activities.
* Make sure the facility's operations meet the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and FSSC 22000 standards.
* Provide necessary product and material information to external parties, i.e., customers; with respect to intellectual property that is considered confidential.
* Manage integrated Quality & Environmental management systems and their associated requirements.
* Manage completion of non-conformance findings for all management systems and compliance programs.
* Liaise with Lead Auditors for audits and ensure smooth audit processes. Additional functions and responsibilities may be assigned for the good of the operation and the organization.
Qualifications:
* Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in related field plus 2 years of related experience OR at least 4 years of related experience. Related experience includes but not limited to quality management, environmental management, and food safety management systems. Must have experience with audits or be familiar with their fundamentals. A tenure in supervising or team building experience is a plus.
* Knowledge: Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and FSSC 22000 standards and related management systems.
* Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications.
Key skills and attributes:
* Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and investigative mindset.
* Understand the importance of having best practices for document control.
* Highly skilled in written and verbal communication that can effectively articulate technical language to a general audience and is capable to communicate the task at hand with clarity.
* Ability to manage projects and processes to support both internal and external customers (e.g., timeline, resources, task prioritization and completion). Take ownership of responsibilities.
* Ability to remain diplomatic and professional in high stress situations.
* Taking initiative towards continuous improvement and problem-solving.
* Willing to collaborate and work effectively across functional lines, with global and culturally diverse teams.
* Ability to think critically about risks, manage and develop content that mediates them and meet business objectives respectively.
* Seeks and accepts feedback for personal development.
Desired Skills and Experience
Quality, ISO Standards, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, FSSC 22000, Audits, Quality Management, Enviornmental Management, Food Safety Management
Adecco Ireland is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.