Food Safety & Quality Systems Lead

Matrix Recruitment Group; Leinster; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Recruitment Group is seeking a Food Safety and Quality Lead to develop, implement and manage robust food safety and quality programs across the business, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

The role involves leading audits, coordinating cross‑functional corrective actions, training staff, and driving continuous improvement while staying up to date with evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, microbiology, food technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in food safety and quality assurance.
• Expertise in food safety standards and regulations.
• Experience with HACCP, GMPs, and related management systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Great communication skills, comfortable leading teams.
• Certification in food safety is a big plus.
• Experience handling audits, inspections, and certifications.
• Background in managing food safety programs in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage food safety and quality assurance programs in line with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Perform regular audits and inspections to monitor compliance and seek improvement opportunities
• Work collaboratively with different departments to drive corrective and preventive actions
• Lead and train staff across all levels on best practices in food safety and quality
• Stay updated on food safety trends, regulations, and best practices, updating company processes as needed
• Manage external relationships with regulatory authorities, customers, and auditors
• Oversee documentation and recordkeeping of all food safety and quality management systems
• Champion continuous improvement efforts across the organisation
• Lead investigations into incidents, including identifying root cause and action planning

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food science, microbiology, food technology, or related field

Job description

Matrix Recruitment Group is seeking a Food Safety and Quality Lead to develop, implement and manage robust food safety and quality programs across the business, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

The role involves leading audits, coordinating cross‑functional corrective actions, training staff, and driving continuous improvement while staying up to date with evolving regulations.