This position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager. Responsibilities include: Carry out routine Laboratory Testing and Sampling Verify cleaning using microbiological swabbing Monitor carcases quality Carry out microbiological testing Communicate with and report to customer requests for technical information Maintain and Update Laboratory Procedures Manual Ensure daily tasks are completed and results are actioned where required Review Results Records Weekly and ensure all records are completed correctly and signed off where appropriate Generate reports for QA Manager and Veterinary Inspector Weekly Compliance with regulatory standards, legislation and liaising with DAFM officials Corrective & Preventative Action & Non-Conforming Product Management Measuring adherence to Customer Specification Implementation and maintenance of HACCP & hygiene requirements Review Product and process development Management of Sanitation & Cleaning Assist in the Management of the Food Safety & Quality Management System Compliance with regulatory standards, legislation and liaising with DAFM officials. The achievement and maintenance of the BRC standard, the Bord Bia FPS and retailer and customer standards in terms of an independent third-party factory accreditation. Any other tasks as assigned by the Company and the Quality Assurance Manager. Requirements/Qualifications Ability to work within the QA and Lab team and alongside other departments. Ability to work on their own initiative. Attention to detail, analytically minded and continuous improvement focused. Good computer skills. Closing date for applications is Friday the 26th of September to Sharon McDonnell ator contact Rosemary Carpenter, QA Manager to discuss any initial queries you may have. Skills: Laboratory Compliance Quality Assurance Benefits: canteen