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Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Lakeland Dairies
Quality Control Technician
Lough Egish Co Monaghan
Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.
With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 6 locations on a cross border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the world’s foremost ‘blue chip’ companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 100 countries worldwide.
The Group’s Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef, and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland.
We are now seeking applications for a Quality Control Technician
The Role
As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the required quality standards before they reach our customers. You will perform inspections, tests, and audits to identify any defects or deviations from specifications. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in our production process.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
* Identifying and documenting any defects or deviations from quality standards.
* Collaborating with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
* Maintaining accurate records of inspections, tests, and audits.
* Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
* Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
Qualifications:
* Degree or equivalent; additional technical training or certification in quality control is a plus.
* Proven experience in a quality control role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
* Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* Familiarity with quality control tools and techniques.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
A full job description for this role is available from the Group Human Resources Department.
To apply, please e-mail your CV and cover letter to Conor McIntyre, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (conor.mcintyre@lakelanddairies.com) quoting referenceAGRI0159
Closing date for receipt of applications is 28/04/2025
Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at 049 4364200 or email careers@lakelanddairies.com
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Production, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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