Quality Control Technician

Vickerstock are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading food processing company on the appointment of Quality Control Technician for their Monaghan based site.

As the successful Quality Control Technician will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day quality activities while assisting in the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Conduct routine quality control checks including:
  • Raw material testing
  • Finished product inspections
  • Weight verification & label verification
  • Temperature monitoring
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety legislation, and customer specifications.
• Support the identification of non-conformances and assist in implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Conduct regular hygiene and GMP audits across production areas.
• Participate in customer and third-party audits, including BRCGS audits.
• Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.
• Actively contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, increase line efficiency, reduce raw material waste, minimise downtime, and ultimately reduce consumer complaints.
• Motivate and support production teams to understand food safety, food quality standards, and key complaint drivers.
• Monitor and report on Quality KPIs to ensure targets are achieved and maintained.
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of Quality & Food Safety systems.
• Complete documentation in accordance with internal procedures, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Perform computer-based reporting and record-keeping duties.
• Assist in training production staff on food safety and quality procedures.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Technical Manager or designated representative.

What you will need to succeed:

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science / Food Technology (or related discipline).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with BRCGS standards is essential.
• Experience in New Product Development (NPD) is desirable.
• High-risk food production experience is desirable but not essential.

Get in touch:

Sound like the career move you've been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on T , or send an updated CV - in Word format - via the link on the page (or email).

If this opportunity doesn't quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let's get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.

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