Quality Controller

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Saint Margaret’s; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Free on-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Keelings is seeking a QA Inspector to ensure all produce arriving and leaving the packhouse meets customer specifications and quality standards. You will perform inspections at intake, during packing and at dispatch, recording results and highlighting any consignments that fail to meet their RM specs.

The role requires IT and numeracy skills, physical fitness, and the ability to work flexibly in a busy fresh-produce environment.

Qualifications

• Must have IT and mathematical skills.
• Must be physically fit and able to work flexibly.
• Experience with inspection methods and equipment preferred.
• Full driving licence and access to own car required.
• Previous experience in fresh produce environment advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product inspections meet customer specifications at intake, packing and dispatch.
• Record inspection results and perform destructive tests where applicable.
• Maintain KPI performance, hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate with intake and packhouse to ensure correct packing procedures.
• Lead by example and contribute to a safe work environment.

Skills

IT skills

Math skills

Physically fit

Flexible hours

Inspection methods

Inspection equipment

Attendance

Multitasking

Team leadership

Driving licence

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

Location: On site / Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: FMCG | Product
Salary: Negotiable salary

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Purpose of the Role

• To ensure that all produce being delivered to the company and all produce being dispatched is in accordance with the customer specification / procedures
• To promote knowledge of quality for the product/produce range
• To promote Good Manufacturing and Health and Safety Practices

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Ensure that all produce is inspected as outlined below, and meets the customer specifications /RM Spec.
• On arrival (intake)
• When the product is being packed (in process) and
• When the product is being dispatched * Shelf Life Inspections
• Completion of inspection quality records as required and in accordance with procedures.
• Conduct destructive testing where applicable and record the results to make sure all product meet customer specifications (Pressure, Brix) and highlight any Quarantine product
• Carrying out routine inspections according to documented Inspection & test procedures.
• Working with the team in intake and the Packhouse to ensure that all product is packed in accordance with procedures and to customer specifications
• Meet the KPIs set up by the QA manager (performances, accuracy of inspection / report,productivity, Zero EPW, reduction of customer rejections, ….)
• To actively promote and adhere to health and safety protocols and be responsible for your own safety and that of your colleagues. Contributing to a safe work environment to minimise hazards and incidents in the workplace.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Performance pallets/ lines checked a day.
• Reduce customer rejections (QSL)
• Conduct daily handover with accurate and appropriate information.
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene.
• Perform in a health and safety manner the daily tasks.
• Completion of functional checks in a timely and efficient manner

Key Skills & Knowledge

• I.T. skills and mathematic skills
• Literate and numerate
• Due to the nature of the work, must be physically fit
• The person must be flexible with working hours
• Must have an understanding of inspection methodology and test and inspection equipment
• Must have good attendance record/ Good punctuality record/ Good disciplinary record
• Previous experience is a distinct advantage.
• Previous experience in a fresh product environment is a distinct advantage
• Multitasking
• Ability to work well as part of a team and to lead by example
• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
• Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

Keelings Values

• People Matter
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.

• 1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt

Keelings is located in St. Margaret's and not serviced by public transport routes. A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for transport to work, do you have a full driving licence and your own car?