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We are delighted to be partnering with our client, a leading FMCG business in West Cork, in their search for a permanent Quality Control Technician for their state-of-the-art facility.
As a well-established Irish food producer with a strong footprint in both domestic and international markets, this business supplies premium fresh and frozen products to retailers, export partners, and hospitality customers alike. What sets them apart? A commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous innovation.
The company has seen consistent significant growth year on year for the last number of years.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily inspections of production lines before start-up to ensure sanitation and operational readiness.
- Perform real-time quality assessments on products during production, including sensory evaluations, to verify conformance to company and regulatory standards.
- Accurately calibrate measurement instruments (e.g., scales, thermometers) daily to ensure reliable data collection.
- Routinely check and record product and equipment temperatures to maintain safe processing conditions.
- Monitor employee adherence to GMPs throughout the facility, providing guidance and corrective actions where necessary.
- Identify, document, and escalate any food safety or quality deviations promptly in line with standard operating procedures.
- Complete and maintain accurate QC documentation, including production checks, corrective actions, and HACCP records.
- Collect production samples at scheduled intervals for quality testing, ensuring they meet defined specifications.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of food safety systems, ensuring all practices align with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
Skills & Expertise:
- Level 6 or Level 7 qualification preferred, ideally in Food Science, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on food safety and quality standards.
- Highly organized with a sharp attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting, teamwork, and coordination across departments.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Confident in using computers and software applications for data entry, documentation, and quality tracking.
- HACCP certification is an advantage; working knowledge of food safety systems and regulatory compliance is essential.
