Quality Systems Manager (FMCG / Food Sector)

South Tipperary

Overview:

The successful individual will oversee manufacturing from a technical perspective, management & coordination of the approvals, regulatory requirements and quality systems.

Reporting to the MD, the successful individual will have the following:  

• Diploma or higher in a Food Science/Technology
• 5+ years of progressive experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality control procedures, food safety regulations, and industry best practices
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP, GMP), quality management systems (e.g., ISO), and relevant certifications (e.g., SQF, BRC)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Accurate attention to detail skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

Working within the senior management team, key responsibilities of the role will include:  

• Support the development & roll-out of the strategic vision of the business.
• Drive and implement plant wide process and quality system improvements.
• Customer presentations and management of the technical and quality projects with the customer base.
• Perform as a strategic partner at a management level to head the Food Safety & Quality function and to influence change and new processes.
• Lead the HACCP team for the purpose of ensuring a fully integrated food safety business model drives the operation.
• Establish networking with supporting food safety bodies such as FSAI, Campden, BRI and other relevant governing bodies.
• Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects.
• Be the key challenging food safety player during the introduction of new products and new engineering processes/equipment.
• Oversee the risk assessment programme for raw materials, suppliers, process activities and new process introduction within the production facility.

Full details job description available.

Comprehensive salary & package on offer to the successful individual.

Job Ref Number: OR-12760

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