Why Apply for This QA Specialist Role (Food - Cork)? Are you a QA professional from a food background ready to take the next step in your career? This is your opportunity to join a leading multinational food company at their modern Cork facility, where quality isn't just a department-it's at the core of everything they do. You'll be joining a company that combines the stability and scale of a global brand with the cooperative, people-first culture of a close-knit team. Employee retention here is exceptional-and for good reason. They invest in their people and provide a workplace where careers can truly grow. What's In It for You? Excellent salary & benefits package Healthcare, pension, 23 days annual leave Career progression in a blue-chip global food business Be part of a site where people genuinely enjoy coming to work What You'll Be Doing As QA Specialist, you'll be a key player in maintaining and improving food safety and quality systems. Your core responsibilities will include: Leading & supporting internal/external audits (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, FSMA, SMETA) Overseeing quality KPIs - complaints, non-conformities, glass/plastic checks Managing CAPA processes, HACCP plans, and risk analysis Coordinating the Environmental Monitoring Plan and traceability systems Delivering GMP and food safety training across the site Drafting manuals, updating documentation, and supervising external contractors Driving food safety projects and supporting continuous improvement initiatives What You'll Bring A degree in Food Science or related discipline Proven experience in a QA role within food production Solid grasp of audit prep, root cause analysis, and QA systems Strong communicator with a co-operative mindset and analytical skills Bonus points if you're familiar with Lean principles and regulatory frameworks (Codex, FSMA, ISO, etc.) Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're passionate about quality and want to join a team where your expertise will be valued, apply today and let's start the conversation. Skills: Cork QA Food Benefits: Healthcare pension 23 days AL