Job Title:
Quality Assurance Manager
Location: Drogheda, Ireland
Salary: €45,000 DOE
Overview:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Quality Assurance Manager
to join a leading FMCG food manufacturer with a portfolio of well-known household brands. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a business with ambitious growth plans, where you will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and continuously improve the FSSC22000 certified quality management system.
* Act as the site champion for quality, ensuring standards are consistently met and exceeded.
* Manage and oversee internal auditing to ISO/FSSC standards.
* Lead the HACCP team and take ownership of allergen management.
* Manage incoming inspections and carry out daily quality control checks.
* Oversee hygiene and food safety auditing across the site.
* Partner with New Product Development to ensure quality standards in innovation projects.
* Deliver staff training on QA procedures and hygiene practices.
* Maintain sampling plans and coordinate laboratory analysis of raw materials.
* Manage raw material supplier approval, specifications, and documentation for both raw materials and finished goods.
* Liaise with Customer Services on complaint investigations, ensuring timely resolutions.
* Act as the technical point of contact for regulatory bodies and customers.
* Contribute as a member of the site Health & Safety Team.
* Present updates and insights at weekly stand-up meetings.
The Person:
* 4-5 years' experience in a Quality role within FMCG food manufacturing.
* Strong knowledge of Food Safety and Quality Management Systems (FSSC22000 & BRC).
* Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
* A continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail.
* Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage teams.
* Excellent communication and IT skills.