Quality Assurance Technician

Diageo; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician at our Nangor Road site in Dublin to uphold top product quality across production lines. You will perform technical, analytical, and microbiological testing as part of a fast-paced manufacturing team.

The role involves shift work across brewing and utilities, with a strong focus on accuracy, process control, and continuous improvement in quality systems. A relevant science degree and laboratory experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant science degree or equivalent.
• Experience working in laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate quality analysis.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organized with a timely, systematic approach.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve practices and KPIs.
• Flexible with new ways of working and site goals.
• Applies Manufacturing Excellence tools to drive site performance.
• Demonstrates initiative as part of an autonomous team.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant science degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description :

Quality Assurance Technician

NangorRoad, Dublin

Level6

Full Time, Permanent

Closing date10/09/2026

About us

With over 200 brands sold innearly 180countries,we’rethe world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to Smirnoff and Don Julio, we createbrands consumerslove. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore,collaborateand innovate. Together with passionate people from all over the world,you’lltestnew ideas,learnand grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.

Join us to create a career worth celebrating.

About the Function

Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made,movedand delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production,logistics,engineeringand supplier partnerships.It’sfast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality,efficiencyand sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands,you’llplay a role in delivering the brands people know and love.

About the Role

To provide technical, analytical, and microbiological support within the core production team structure to ensure the highest standards of product quality on site.

Shift pattern work, Working between analytical,chemicaland microbiological testing across brewing and Utilities.

Key responsibilities:

• Strong attention to detailtoensureeffective andaccuratequality analysis.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisation skills withatimelyand systematic approach.
• Proactiveinseeking opportunities to improve work environment, practices and KPIs.
• Demonstratesflexibleattitudesto new ways of working and site goals.
• AppliesManufacturing Excellence toolstodrivelab andsite performancethrough continuous improvement.
• Demonstratesinitiative and self-direction while working as part of a fully autonomous team.

Qualifications

• Relevant science degree or equivalent.
• Experience working in laboratory setting.

Preferred experience

• Bachelor/Mastersof Science(analytical or microbiology preferred).
• 2years experienceworking inlaboratory environment(regulatory sectorpreferred).
• Core competency in one or more of the following:chromatography(GC/HPLC),chemical Analysis,microbiologicalanalysisandbrewingqualitycontrol.
• Experience in production/manufacturing environment, preferably food,beverageor pharmaceuticals.
• Clear understandingof Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Experience using LIMS system, e.g. Harford.

About You

This role requires a proactive approach and being a good communicator is critical. In addition,you’llbe able todemonstratethe following:

• Customer Service & OTIF Process Expertise Strong understanding of Customer Service, Order Management, OTIF, order fulfillment, and supply chain execution processes, with the ability to support deployment of standardized operational practices.
• Digital Solution Deployment & Business Adoption Experience supporting implementation and adoption of digital supply chain solutions through business readiness, testing, user engagement, training, andhypercareactivities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Influencing Builds effective relationships across business, Digital & Technology, and regional teams, collaborating to resolve issues, drive alignment, and support successful deployment across multiple markets.
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving Applies analytical skills tovalidatebusiness requirements, investigate system and process issues, interpret operational performance, andidentifypractical improvement opportunities.
• Learning Agility & Execution Excellence Quickly developsexpertisein digital OTIF capabilities, adapts to evolving priorities, manages multiple deployment activities, and delivers high-quality outcomes with discipline and pace.
• Experience in Customer Service, Order Management, OTIF, Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, or Supply Chain Planning, preferably within theConsumer PackagedGoods industry.
• Experience supporting implementation or deployment of digital supply chain solutions (SAP, Salesforce, OMP, Power BI, or similar platforms).
• Strong understanding of OTIF, Order-to-Cash, Customer Service operations, service level management, and supply chain execution.
• Experience supporting business process design, solution validation, testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), andhypercareactivities.
• Experience delivering business readiness, user training, or change management initiatives that support digital transformation.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (PDCA, Lean, root cause analysis, problem solving) is desirable.
• Experience working in cross-functional, global organizations with multiple stakeholders and regional deployments.

Flexible Working Statement

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so thatyou’resupported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

Rewards & Benefits Statement

Werecogniseand value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:

Diversity statement

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means thatyou’llbe welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you.You’llbe part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of differentgender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

Feel inspired? Then this may betheopportunity for you.

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Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Nangor Road

Job Posting Start Date :

2026-08-27