Job Description

Quality Graduate / Coordinator (FMCG / Manufacturing)
Location: Kilkenny
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: €35,000 - €50,000  (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role

Our client is a leading company in the fast-moving consumer goods and manufacturing sector, known for its innovation, commitment to quality, and focus on continuous improvement. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking a motivated Quality Graduate to join their dynamic Quality Team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a passion for quality systems, process improvement, and product excellence to build a long-term career within a high-performing production environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting quality initiatives and ensuring compliance across production and operations.

Qualifications & Skills 

• Degree (Level 7 or higher) in Quality Management, Food Science, or a related discipline from a recognised Irish institution.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a quality-related role within FMCG, food, beverage, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of quality systems (QMS), HACCP, GMP, ISO standards, or similar frameworks.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and data recording systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to engage across departments.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Carry out internal quality checks, audits, and process inspections in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Assist in root cause analysis, non-conformance reporting, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production, technical, and operations teams to maintain product quality and consistency.
• Monitor and document quality performance metrics, providing analysis and recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in new product introduction and process validation activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality, food safety, and health & safety standards.
• Contribute to staff training and awareness in relation to quality and GMP practices.

Why Join

• Opportunity to work with a respected, industry-leading company.
• Structured career development and mentorship within a growing quality team.
• Exposure to best-in-class quality systems and standards.
• Competitive package and career progression opportunities.

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Quality Graduate (FMCG) position and similar opportunities contact: Chris 056-7786631 / 083 1220295 or Chris@optimizerecruitment.ie

Chris is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: OR-14433