Food Technologist

Fastnet; Cork; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastnet in Cork is recruiting a Food Technologist / Quality Technologist to help maintain the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with BRC, HACCP and customer standards. The role involves coordinating product and raw-material testing across microbiology, shelf-life, sensory and composition aspects.

You will conduct internal audits, manage non-conformances, CAPA, sampling programs, quality metrics and Product Quality Reviews, and liaise with customers and regulators to maintain

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Food Science, Nutritional Science or a related discipline.
• Training/knowledge in BRC, HACCP and TACCP/VACCP, ideally with Internal Auditor certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with BRC, HACCP, Department of Agriculture and customer standards.
• Coordinate product and raw-material testing, including microbiological, shelf-life, sensory and composition testing.
• Conduct internal QMS, GMP and hygiene audits and participate in external third-party audits.
• Manage quality activities including non-conformances, CAPA, sampling programmes, quality metrics and Product Quality Reviews.
• Generate and maintain customer specifications, data sheets and artwork, liaising with customers and regulatory authorities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Food Science / Nutritional Science degree

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Food Technologist / Quality Technologist to join an established food manufacturer in Cork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with BRC, HACCP, Department of Agriculture and customer standards.
• Coordinate product and raw-material testing, including microbiological, shelf-life, sensory and composition testing.
• Conduct internal QMS, GMP and hygiene audits and participate in external third-party audits.
• Manage quality activities including non-conformances, CAPA, sampling programmes, quality metrics and Product Quality Reviews.
• Generate and maintain customer specifications, data sheets and artwork, liaising with customers and regulatory authorities as required.

Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Food Science, Nutritional Science or a related discipline, with 1+ years' experience in a similar food manufacturing role; 2+ years preferred.
• Training/knowledge in BRC, HACCP and TACCP/VACCP, ideally with Internal Auditor certification.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, quality standards and HACCP/risk assessment, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.