Job Title: Quality/Compliance Specialist
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Quality/Compliance Specialist in North West Cork/Killarney, where you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of quality and compliance across our business.
The ideal candidate will have a background in science, food science, and/or quality assurance, with experience in Technical Quality Support (QA/QC Technician) and Technical Quality Systems & Site Compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Daily Quality Checks: Conduct daily production checks, issue corrective actions for any process deviations, and perform first-run supervision and technical sign-off.
2. Lab and Product Analysis: Review lab reports, verify nutritional analyses, and manage raw material specifications.
3. Compliance and Audits: Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
4. Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in and implement continuous improvement activities across the site.
5. Record and Report Management: Oversee the daily logging of incidents and quality assurance results, and generate monthly KPI and trending reports.
Candidate Requirements:
1. A formal qualification in Science/Food Science (Diploma level at a minimum)
2. 3+ years of experience in quality assurance within the food industry
3. Knowledge of regulatory standards and best practices in quality systems
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills
5. Excellent data collection and analysis capabilities
Salary Range: €45,000 - €55,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Additional Benefits:
* Weekly/biweekly upskilling opportunities
* Company-funded annual certified courses (including travel expenses)
* Opportunities to attend food summits and conferences, both locally and internationally
* Involvement in supplier/customer visits, both in Ireland and abroad
* Future career progression as the company expands