Food Safety and Quality Technical Specialist
We are seeking a highly skilled Food Safety and Quality Technical Specialist to provide administrative support across the supply chain, from source to consumer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive employer that values its employees in Dublin.
Package
* Generous salary package (DOE)
* Bonus
* Pension
* Life assurance
* Staff discount
* Career progression opportunities
Responsibilities:
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.
* Evaluate products against specifications through internal monitoring and assessments.
* Handle product specifications; documentation required for quality management, including SOPs and QC records; daily completion of product attribute 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:
* 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.