Looking to grow your career in Quality? Join Willows Ingredients in Ashford, Co. Wicklow as a Quality Administrator — a development role with progression to Quality Assistant
Founded in 2007, Willows Ingredients is a trusted distributor of raw materials for the Food, Supplements, Sports Nutrition, and Animal Nutrition industries. With operations in Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we combine global reach with local market knowledge to deliver tailored solutions to our customers.
At Willows, we thrive on teamwork, respect, and our 'Can Do, Will Do' philosophy. We approach challenges with positivity, take ownership, and deliver results with determination and care.
The Opportunity
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, ambitious Quality Administrator to join our Quality Team in Ashford.
This role is designed as a development position: you'll start by providing strong administrative support, and over time you will be trained to take on technical Quality responsibilities, progressing into a Quality Assistant role.
This is the ideal role if you:
· Already have some experience in Quality/Compliance and are ready to grow, OR
· Have studied Quality, Food Science, or a related field and want to start your career in the Quality space.
Key Responsibilities (advert summary)
· Manage product samples and supplier documentation (CoAs, labels, certifications).
· Maintain trackers and databases to ensure accurate, up-to-date information.
· Liaise with suppliers and customers, providing technical and quality information.
· Support the Quality Team with audits, compliance, and risk assessments.
· Provide administrative support and continuity cover across the Quality Team.
· Contribute to continuous improvement projects and cross-department collaboration.
A full list of responsibilities is available on request or will be provided during the recruitment process.
Candidate Profile
· Strong administration experience in a Manufacturing, Distribution, or Quality environment.
· Ambition to progress in Quality and Compliance, with curiosity to learn technical processes.
· Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
· Confident communicator with a proactive "Can Do, Will Do" attitude.
· Comfortable defining and managing your own tasks and priorities.
Nice to Have
· Qualification in Quality, Food Science, or related field (including HACCP or Quality Assurancemodules).
· Previous experience in Quality/Compliance or risk assessment.
What We Offer
· Hybrid working (2 days from home after probation).
· 25 days annual leave.
· 35-hour working week.
· Healthcare after probation.
· Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
· Free on-site parking.
· A culture that values teamwork, growth, and continuous improvement.
Apply now on Indeed or send your CV directly to
Join us at Willows Ingredients and take the next step in your Quality career — with the opportunity to grow, learn, and make a real impact.
Willows Ingredients Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €38,000.00-€40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person