We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee food safety, quality, and compliance across all production lines for a well-established premium food manufacturer in Ireland. This role will involve ensuring compliance with HACCP principles, maintaining Quality Management Systems, and guaranteeing that all products meet regulatory and legal requirements in their respective markets. Additionally, you will act as the HACCP Team Leader, driving food safety initiatives while ensuring accreditation standards, such as BRC, are consistently upheld.
This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary between €65,000 and €75,000, along with standard benefits such as:
1. Health insurance
2. Annual leave entitlement
3. Employee discounts on company products
4. Professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead food safety efforts, including managing HACCP systems and ensuring product quality, safety, and legality.
2. Maintain and continuously improve Quality Management Systems to align with industry standards.
3. Monitor compliance with food labeling legislation across multiple international markets.
4. Act as the point of contact for all audits, including internal, external, and regulatory inspections (e.g., BRC, HSE, and customer audits).
5. Provide updates on legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring the company remains compliant.
6. Oversee the preparation of quality metrics and present insights to senior leadership.
7. Conduct internal audits and ensure any non-compliance issues are promptly addressed.
Qualifications and Experience Required
1. Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field.
2. Experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector.
3. Strong understanding of global food legislation.
4. Proven experience managing teams within Technical or Quality functions.
5. Expertise in handling regulatory inspections, BRC audits, and customer audits.
6. Strong skills in data analysis, report preparation, and quality metric presentations.
7. Proficiency in computer applications, especially Excel.
8. Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative company that is committed to producing high-quality products for global markets. With opportunities to lead a skilled team and make a significant impact on the company’s quality standards, this position is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in food manufacturing.
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