Quality Manager - Chilled Food, Safety & Audits Lead

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in chilled food production is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee all aspects of food safety, product quality, and compliance onsite. This leadership role is essential in a fast-paced environment, offering excellent career progression. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in QA and a minimum of 3 years' experience in chilled food manufacturing, alongside a degree in Food Science. The role requires leading QA teams, managing quality systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

Excellent progression potential

Involvement in technical projects

Key leadership role

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in QA or Quality Management within chilled food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of BRCGS, HACCP (Level 3 or 4), GMP, and EU food legislation.
• Experience preparing for and managing audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality and QA teams to ensure the highest standards of product safety and quality.
• Manage and maintain the site’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Oversee HACCP, allergen management, and chilled-chain controls.

Skills

Quality Assurance & Management

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A key player in chilled food production is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee all aspects of food safety, product quality, and compliance onsite. This leadership role is essential in a fast-paced environment, offering excellent career progression. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in QA and a minimum of 3 years' experience in chilled food manufacturing, alongside a degree in Food Science. The role requires leading QA teams, managing quality systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.