Quality Assurance Officer
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and organized Quality Assurance Officer to join our team at an award-winning food manufacturing company in County Kerry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audits across all aspects of manufacturing, ensuring full compliance with HACCP regulations, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality throughout production.
This is a permanent position that is ideally suited to recent graduates who have relevant qualifications and experience in a food production setting.
Main Responsibilities:
* Adherence to the Quality Management System: Ensure that the Production Team adheres to the Quality Management System at all times.
* Audit Readiness: Monitor and maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards to ensure audit readiness at all times.
* Customer and Supplier Liaison: Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to resolve any quality issues that may arise.
* Daily Check Sheets: Oversee the completion of daily check sheets and ensure compliance with food safety procedures.
* Sample Preparation: Prepare samples for laboratory testing as required.
* Policies and Procedures: Write, review, and maintain policies and procedures related to quality assurance.
* Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations at all times.
* Quality System Effectiveness: Conduct regular audits to ensure the effectiveness of the Quality System.
* Food Safety and Quality Compliance: Ensure that food safety and quality regulations are maintained across all aspects of production.
* HACCP Plan Maintenance: Control documentation and maintain HACCP plans at all times.
Requirements:
* Relevant Qualifications: Hold a relevant third-level qualification.
* Experience: Have at least 1 year's experience in a food production setting.