Quality Assurance Tech - Fast-Paced Food Manufacturing

Kepak Group; Cavan; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Paid Maternity Leave

Further Education support

Staff Discount for Kepak Group

Refer a Friend Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Kepak Group in Cavan is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for McCarren Meats to ensure product quality on the production line and compliance with customer specifications. This full-time role reports to the Quality Manager and offers exposure to GMP audits and lab sample coordination.

The ideal candidate will have a Food Science/Food Technology qualification, English fluency, and experience in a food environment; flexibility for shift work is required.

Qualifications

• Food Science/Food Technology qualification or related.
• Written and spoken English fluency.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility as this role includes shift work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product verification checks on the production line to ensure quality.
• Carry out routine traceability checks to maintain product integrity.
• Lead GMP, Glass, and Hard Plastic audits within production zones.
• Prepare export pre-shipment reviews in line with DAFM requirements.
• Collect and prepare samples for external laboratory analysis.
• Execute verification checks across abattoir, boning hall and bacon processing areas.

Skills

English fluency

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Food Science/Food Technology qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kepak Group in Cavan is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for McCarren Meats to ensure product quality on the production line and compliance with customer specifications. This full-time role reports to the Quality Manager and offers exposure to GMP audits and lab sample coordination.

The ideal candidate will have a Food Science/Food Technology qualification, English fluency, and experience in a food environment; flexibility for shift work is required.