Quality Technician

ISS Recruitment & HR Services; Naas; Sur place; EUR 29 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Ongoing training and career progress

20 days annual leave

Supportive working environment

Résumé du poste

ISS Recruitment is recruiting for a Quality Technician at a leading food manufacturing site in Naas, Co. Kildare.

The role focuses on maintaining food safety and quality standards across production, with involvement in HACCP, BRC, audits and supplier quality processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Science/Technology or related field and at least 1 year in a QA/QC role within food manufacturing, with strong Excel/Word skills and excellent communication and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 1 year's experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role, ideally within a food manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of HACCP principles, food safety legislation and quality management systems.
• Knowledge of BRC standards would be an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and maintain food safety and quality standards throughout the production process.
• Carry out routine quality checks, inspections and product assessments to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, procedures, records and internal specifications.
• Assist in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of HACCP, BRC and other food safety management systems.
• Conduct raw material, in-process and finished product quality checks.
• Coordinate microbiological, chemical and physical testing in line with established schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory and third-party standards.
• Investigate quality issues, customer complaints and non-conformances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Support supplier approval processes, specifications and quality performance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records relating to product traceability, testing, quality checks and corrective actions.
• Assist with shelf-life testing and product evaluations for chilled and frozen products.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to resolve quality-related issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support the introduction of new products into production, ensuring quality and food safety requirements are met.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

MS Office (Excel & Word)

Formation

Degree in Food Science/Technology or related

Outils

Excel

Word

Description du poste

ISS Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Quality Technician on behalf of a well-established and leading food manufacturing company based in Naas, Co. Kildare.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a background in Food Science, Quality Assurance or Food Manufacturing to join a busy and supportive Quality team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety, quality control and regulatory compliance, working closely with production, technical and operational teams to ensure products consistently meet customer and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain food safety and quality standards throughout the production process.

• Carry out routine quality checks, inspections and product assessments to ensure compliance with specifications.

• Maintain and update quality documentation, procedures, records and internal specifications.

• Assist in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of HACCP, BRC and other food safety management systems.

• Conduct raw material, in-process and finished product quality checks.

• Coordinate microbiological, chemical and physical testing in line with established schedules.

• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory and third-party standards.

• Investigate quality issues, customer complaints and non-conformances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.

• Support supplier approval processes, specifications and quality performance monitoring.

• Maintain accurate records relating to product traceability, testing, quality checks and corrective actions.

• Assist with shelf-life testing and product evaluations for chilled and frozen products.

• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to resolve quality-related issues and drive continuous improvement.

• Support the introduction of new products into production, ensuring quality and food safety requirements are met.

Requirements

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline preferred.

• Minimum 1 year's experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role, ideally within a food manufacturing environment.

• Good understanding of HACCP principles, food safety legislation and quality management systems.

• Knowledge of BRC standards would be an advantage.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Flexible, proactive and capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Previous experience in food production or technical quality roles would be an advantage.

Relevant practical experience and training may also be considered.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Salary: €32k +

• Working Days: Monday to Friday.

• Hours:6:00am – 2:30pm. Some flexibility may be required, including occasional 5:30am starts and Saturday overtime.

• Annual Leave:20 days.

• Opportunity to join an established Quality team

• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities.

• Supportive working environment within an established food manufacturing operation.