Job Description
Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Location: Laois Company: Leading FMCG Manufacturing Organisation Our client, a global FMCG manufacturer currently undergoing a significant expansion phase, is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join their team. This is a full-time, site-based role from Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities: Ensure Food Safety and Quality Compliance: Oversee the adherence to food safety and quality standards across the production floor to meet both internal and external regulations. CAPA Management: Manage and coordinate the Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) process to resolve any non-conformance issues. Audit Participation: Lead internal audits and actively participate in third-party audits to maintain quality certifications and compliance. Documentation Control: Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, including records of audits, CAPA, and other quality-related paperwork. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality processes and the development of best practices in line with regulatory standards. Key Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in a Quality Assurance role, ideally within FMCG or food manufacturing. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of food safety standards, such as HACCP and BRC. Auditing Skills: Proven experience in leading internal audits and participating in external audits. CAPA Expertise: Hands-on experience managing CAPA processes to ensure timely resolution of quality issues. Documentation Proficiency: Strong ability to manage and maintain detailed quality records and documentation. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally. Requirements: Must be currently based in Ireland. Hold a valid working visa. The Next Step for you: Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Kate Curran from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on Next Generation are specialists in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Technical and Operation (permanent, contract and temporary) positions. Applications are in strict confidence. Next Generation will never share your data outside of our organisation without your prior written consent. Please read our Data Protection Policy on our website. Skills: QA Quality assurance quality control food safety