Head of Technical/Quality
Foster a culture of excellence in quality and technical expertise as the Head of Technical/Quality for our leading food client in North Dublin.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership and Culture: Develop and maintain a robust food safety culture, guiding the Quality & Technical team to achieve operational excellence.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure seamless adherence to food safety regulations and standards (e.g., BRCGS), managing interactions with regulatory authorities and updating HACCP plans as needed.
* Audits and Inspections: Maintain readiness for internal, external, and regulatory audits, guaranteeing the highest standards of compliance and quality.
* Quality Systems and Incident Management: Oversee the Quality Management System, investigate non-conformances, implement preventive measures, and ensure robust traceability for incident management.
* Collaboration: Partner with production, supply chain, NPD, and sales teams to enhance product quality and ensure compliance.
* Team Development: Lead, train, and manage the QA team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and food safety awareness.
* Governance: Ensure technical governance aligns with legal, internal, and customer requirements.
Requirements:
* Experience in a relevant role within the food industry, accompanied by at least 5+ years of management experience.
* A degree in a related field.
* Strong experience in managing a team in a fast-paced environment.
* A genuine passion for food manufacturing within an innovative environment.
About Us:
We are a leading food brand committed to innovation, quality, and long-term career development. Our competitive salary and excellent benefits package includes a 25% bonus.