QA Manager
Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced QA Manager to oversee and manage the Quality Assurance function at their site in Meath. This role will be responsible for maintaining and developing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with technical food safety standards, and driving a positive food safety culture across the business.
The successful candidate will be expected to lead the implementation of NPD, ingredient evaluations, supplier approval processes, product inspections, testing, and evaluations to ensure all products meet company and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with all company procedures and current legislation
- Liaise with technical departments of both customers and suppliers
- Manage and oversee all quality control and quality assurance functions across the end-to-end process
- Ensure manufacturing processes and products adhere to up-to-date legislative and regulatory requirements
- Maintain and manage Quality Management Systems and HACCP systems in line with company manufacturing standards, food safety, and quality system standards
- Review and report KPIs to management on a weekly and monthly basis, analyze trends, investigate any KPI failures, and develop & implement corrective actions
- Investigate non-conformances, deviations, and customer complaints, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented
- Prepare and organize the site for all audits, ensuring previous actions are resolved through cross-functional teams
- Ensure all production samples are QC checked correctly and accurately against specifications
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices across teams
- Carry out internal audits, inspections, and product & packaging traceability exercises
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of four years' experience in food manufacturing
- A degree in Food Science or a related field
- Experience with BRC and Grocery Retail Food Standards
- Food Hygiene certification (HACCP and internal auditing certification are desirable)
- Proficient in MS Office; previous experience with SAP is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to understand and apply standards and specifications
- Disciplined approach to maintaining and adhering to set standards
- Experience in supplier assurance programs and supplier auditing
