About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Quality & Feed Specialist to join our client, a leading supplier to the Irish Feed Industry. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will maintain and promote feed safety, quality, and integrity standards across all supporting businesses.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary of £38k per annum
* A retention bonus of up to £3k post contract
* A minimum 12-month Maternity Contract, potentially extending to 15 months
* Standard Monday-Friday working hours with hybrid options following training
* Enhanced holiday allowance
* Excellent employer pension contributions
Your Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
* Managing, monitoring, and evaluating the Quality System and Procedures across the business
* Providing technical expertise and agri-sector knowledge and support for the Operational and Trading Teams
* Identifying and highlighting compliance and non-compliance with Legal and Customer requirements, especially feed safety and integrity
* Effectively managing feed safety issues through to conclusion
* Maintaining and developing sections of the Quality management system in line with our business and customer requirements
* Liaising with suppliers, shippers, and other external or internal contacts to manage and organise the quality sampling process
Requirements
* 3 years' experience working in a quality assurance environment
* A 3rd Level qualification in a relevant discipline (Food/Agri Science) OR relevant substantial experience
* Compliance driven
* Able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
* Relevant Professional qualifications, such as GAFTA, HACCP, or ISO accreditation training would be an advantage
* A full clean driving licence and access to own car
* The ability to travel and work throughout the island of Ireland
Why You'll Thrive Here
You will have the opportunity to participate and/or lead on strategic business teams, including ERP and Sustainability. Our client values continuous improvement and encourages effective working relationships based on subject matter expertise.