Quality Technical Manager

Perform Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Competitive salary package

Job summary

An expanding Irish food business in Dublin seeks a Quality Technical Manager. This key leadership position involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, maintaining the Quality Management System, and driving a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science, over 3 years' experience, and strong knowledge of BRCGS and HACCP standards. The role offers career progression and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a Food Safety/Quality role within FMCG or fresh produce.
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit requirements.
• Experience in root cause analysis and CAPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and certification standards.
• Drive a culture of food safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Quality Management Systems

Leadership and Communication

BRCGS Standards

HACCP Knowledge

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quality Technical Manager
Dublin, Ireland (On-site)
Full-time | Permanent

About the Opportunity

Perform Recruitment is currently looking for an experienced Quality Technical Manager.

This is a key leadership role within a growing business supplying high-quality fresh produce to retail, food service, and export markets. The successful candidate will take ownership of the Quality and Technical function, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site.

The Role

As Quality Technical Manager, you will lead the site's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring full compliance with Irish, UK, and EU food safety regulations and industry standards, including BRCGS, HACCP, and GLOBALG.A.P.

You will play a critical role in driving food safety culture, maintaining robust systems, and ensuring product quality, legality, and consistency across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the site Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensure full compliance with all food safety legislation and certification standards (BRCGS, HACCP, GLOBALG.A.P., etc.)
• Drive a strong culture of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the business
• Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits
• Manage and investigate quality incidents, including root cause analysis and CAPA implementation
• Oversee supplier approval, audits, and performance monitoring systems
• Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, specifications, and technical documentation
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvement initiatives across quality and technical functions
• Lead traceability systems, HACCP programmes, and internal audit processes
• Collaborate with production, NPD, and operational teams to ensure product quality and compliance
• Deliver training and coaching to ensure food safety standards are understood and implemented across all departments
• Keep up to date with regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance

About You

• Degree in Food Science, Horticulture, or related discipline
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a Food Safety / Quality role within FMCG or fresh produce
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit requirements
• Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety legislation
• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence across teams
• Proficient in MS Office and general IT systems
• Internal Auditor certification is an advantage
• Proactive, organised, and confident working in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a reputable and expanding Irish food business
• Key leadership role within the technical function
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary package aligned with experience

Apply Now

If you are an experienced food quality professional looking for your next step, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Perform Recruitment for a confidential discussion.