Quality Manager

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Manager to take charge of developing, implementing, and maintaining the Quality Assurance strategy for a food manufacturing site in County Kildare, Ireland. This permanent position reports directly to the Technical Manager and is pivotal in ensuring that the site consistently produces safe, legal, and top-quality food products.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Quality Department at the site, steering continuous improvement initiatives within quality and food safety management systems.
• Manage the product traceability program, ensuring all products are tracked effectively.
• Design, implement, and maintain quality management policies and procedures, including up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Handle customer complaints through thorough root cause analysis, followed by corrective and preventive measures.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, customer requirements, legal regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate closely with Production and Maintenance teams to support overall quality goals.
• Perform inspections, audits, and product sampling across the manufacturing process, including audits related to supplier quality.
• Deliver comprehensive quality and food safety training to staff, promoting understanding and adherence to company procedures.
• Coordinate and lead audits and inspections by customers, regulatory agencies, and third parties.
• Schedule and conduct internal audits, site inspections, and structural audits to verify ongoing compliance with recognized food safety standards.

Qualifications and Expertise

• Proven background in a Quality Assurance or Quality Management position within food manufacturing.
• Experience in high-care, chilled, or meat processing environments is preferred but not mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety protocols, quality management systems, and relevant legislative requirements.
• Competence in managing regulatory, customer, and third-party audits.
• Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and effective leadership qualities.
• Proactive attitude with a strong focus on continuous enhancement of quality processes.
• Capability to work collaboratively across various departments to meet quality and operational targets.