We are currently recruiting a quality assurance professional to join our chemical manufacturing organization in Cork.
Duties
* Act as a liaison on safety, assist in reviewing health and safety strategies and developing internal policies.
* Encourage and motivate the team to understand and implement food safety, integrity, and quality practices adhering to customer and international standards in housekeeping, quality, health, and safety.
* Assist in closing out and resolving customer complaints and inquiries related to the site's Quality Management System (QMS).
* Provide quality oversight for calibration and maintenance programs.
* Conduct administrative tasks for process and product risk assessments.
* Maintain plant and senior management fully informed on any issues and assist in achieving quality and compliance goals.
* Develop, write, and maintain protocols and reports.
* E nsure site-based compliance for certifications including Halal, ISO, and FSSC.
Education & Experience
* A Level 6 qualification or higher in chemistry, microbiology, or food science is required.
* A strong understanding of HACCP and other food safety management systems is desirable.
* An understanding of Food Safety Standard Certification procedures and processes, Environmental Management Systems is also desirable.
* Experience in quality assurance, preferably in ingredient manufacturing, is essential.