Job Description
We are seeking an experienced QA Manager to join our client's team in Wexford. The role is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent salary. Ideal candidates will have a background and experience in Food Safety and Quality Systems.
About the Role
* Responsibility for ensuring good manufacturing practices are in place and maintained to meet customer and legal requirements.
* Ensuring a high level of food safety, quality, authenticity, and legality in all products produced.
Main Responsibilities
1. Quality Food Safety systems on site:
* HACCP / Plant Hygiene / GMP / Pest Control / Internal Audits / Customer Complaints
* Monday to Friday role with Saturdays as required.
* Ensuring systems deliver product quality to agreed specifications consistently.
2. Food Safety and Quality Culture:
* Responsible for all matters relating to food safety and encouraging/promoting Quality Culture throughout the company.
* Working closely with site Management and Team Leaders to lead a culture of continuous improvement.
3. Audits and Training:
* Play a key role in audits on site (3rd Party, customer, regulatory).
* Management of the site hygiene department.
* Management of contract cleaning.
* Training of all staff on site.
4. Additional Responsibilities:
* Planning and implementing corrective/preventative actions as required.
* Ensure company policy and operational standards are always maintained.
* Identify and action cost reductions.
Requirements
* 3rd level qualification.
* 3-5 years' experience in a Food Safety/Quality Assurance role.
* Auditing experience (internal, customer, regulatory, 3rd Party).
* People management experience.
* Flexibility.
* Problem-solving abilities.
* Strong communication skills.
* Computer literate.
Estimated Salary: €60,000 - €80,000 per annum.