Food Safety Technologist (Maternity Cover)

Deli-Lites-Ireland-Limited; Newry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted company products

Free on-site parking

EAP and Well-Being

Job summary

DELI LITES IRELAND is seeking a Food Safety Technologist (Maternity Cover) to support the technical team in ensuring our products, processes and manufacturing standards meet food safety, quality, legality and customer requirements.

This hands-on, factory-facing role collaborates with Production, Hygiene and NPD to investigate issues, drive continuous improvement and maintain HACCP, allergen controls and compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a food manufacturing/FMCG Technical, Quality or Food Safety role.
• Degree, HND or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Safety, Microbiology or a related discipline.
• Good working knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene and GMP requirements.
• Experience supporting audits, non-conformance investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Experience working within a BRCGS-certified food manufacturing site.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration across Production, Hygiene and NPD teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor food safety, quality, hygiene and GMP standards across the site.
• Complete factory inspections, hygiene checks, audits and compliance reviews.
• Support HACCP, allergen controls and environmental and microbiological monitoring.
• Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints, identify root causes and follow actions.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory and certification audits.
• Review records and maintain accurate technical documents, procedures and specifications.
• Assist with traceability, mass-balance, product-recall and supplier compliance activities.
• Provide practical food safety guidance and training to colleagues.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Allergen management

Microbiology basics

Traceability

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Food Science or related

HND or equivalent in related discipline

Job description

Food Safety Technologist (Maternity Cover), Unit 1 Milltown Industrial Estate, Greenan Rd, Warrenpoint

Employment Type

Fixed Term

Application Start Date

23-10-2026

Application End Date

26-11-2026

Location

Unit 1 Milltown Industrial Estate, Greenan Rd, Warrenpoint

State/County

Co. Down

BT34 3FN

Country

United Kingdom

Experience

+2 years experience

Education

Description

The Role:

The Food Safety Technologist supports the technical team in ensuring that DELI LITES products, processes and manufacturing standards consistently meet food safety, quality, legality and customer requirements. This is a practical, factory-facing role working closely with Production, Hygiene, NPD and other departments to maintain standards, investigate issues and drive continuous improvement.

Your Duties

• Monitor food safety, quality, hygiene and GMP standards across the site.
• Complete factory inspections, hygiene checks, audits and compliance reviews.
• Support HACCP, allergen controls and environmental and microbiological monitoring.
• Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints, identify root causes and follow corrective actions through to completion.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory and certification audits.
• Review records and maintain accurate technical documents, procedures and specifications.
• Assist with traceability, mass-balance, product-recall and supplier compliance activities.
• Work with Production, Hygiene, NPD and other teams to resolve issues and improve standards.
• Provide practical food safety guidance, coaching and training to colleagues.
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a food manufacturing/FMCG Technical, Quality or Food Safety role.
• Degree, HND or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Safety, Microbiology or a related discipline.
• Good working knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene and GMP requirements.
• Practical experience of working confidently in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting audits, non-conformance investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Able to communicate clearly and work constructively with Production, Hygiene, NPD and other teams.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and comfortable maintaining accurate technical records.
• Strong attention to detail, record keeping, prioritisation and follow-through.
• Experience in chilled, bakery, ready-to-eat or similar FMCG food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of BRCGS requirements and internal auditing.
• Experience in allergen management, environmental monitoring, microbiology, traceability and food labelling.
• Formal training or certification in HACCP, internal auditing, food safety or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a BRCGS-certified food manufacturing site.
• Experience supporting customer, regulatory or third-party audits.
• Working knowledge of allergen management, food labelling and supplier approval processes.
• Experience with environmental and microbiological monitoring programmes.
• Experience completing traceability, mass-balance or product-recall exercises.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to root-cause analysis.
• Clear communication and the confidence to challenge, escal…
• Well organised, able to prioritise effectively and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships across departments.
• Proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

• 28 days annual leave, including public and statutory holidays
• Additional annual leave entitlement:

• Extra day after 5 years’ service
• A further 1 additional day for each subsequent year of service

• Capped at 33 days total annual leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted, award-winning company products including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and traybakes
• Free on-site parking
• EAP and Well-Being

At DELI LITES IRELAND, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. DELI LITES IRELAND is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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