Food Safety and Quality Technical Specialist
The successful candidate will provide administrative support at each phase of the supply chain from source to consumer for a highly successful Irish food manufacturer.
Package
* Generous salary
* Bonus
* Pension
* Life assurance
* Staff discount
* Career progression opportunities
Responsibilities of this Food Safety and Quality Technical Specialist include:
This role is responsible for ensuring Food Safety and Quality at every stage of the supply chain, from suppliers and raw material intake to production, product management, and customer relations.
* Implement and maintain Food Safety and Quality Management systems, including procedures, policies, and records.
* Ensure products meet specifications through internal monitoring and assessments.
* Handle product specifications; documentation required for quality management, including SOPs and QC records.
* Provide nutritional information for products, through calculations and/or analysis as needed.
* Optimize Product Quality Inspection points to enhance quality awareness and maintain consistent product standards.
* Coordinate customer complaints investigations, collaborating with relevant internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues.
* Report non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
* Complete CCP verification checks.
* Maintain full product traceability at all process stages.
* Attend meetings as requested and contribute positively.
* Complete project work to improve Food Safety and Quality initiatives within the company.
* Maintain and follow up on records.
Requirements for this Food Safety and Quality Technical Specialist include:
* A Science/Food Science Qualification, at least at the diploma level.
* At least 1 year of QA/QC experience in a food manufacturing environment (preferred).
* Flexibility, quick learning ability, problem-solving skills, and good communication and organizational skills.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* High attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and aptitude for making informed decisions.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in food science or a related field and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. If you are interested in this position please upload your CV below and we will be in touch if your profile matches our client's requirements.