QA Specialist

Cork
Temporary
Full-time

6 days ago

Are you a QA professional from a food background ready to take the next step in your career?This is your opportunity to join a leading multinational food company at their modern Cork facility, where quality isn’t just a department—it’s at the core of everything they do.You’ll be joining a company that combines the stability and scale of a global brand with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit team. Employee retention here is exceptional—and for good reason. They invest in their people and provide a workplace where careers can truly grow.What’s In It for You?

Excellent salary & benefits package
Healthcare, pension, 23 days annual leave
Career progression in a blue-chip global food business
Be part of a site where people genuinely enjoy coming to work

What You’ll Be DoingAs QA Specialist, you’ll be a key player in maintaining and improving food safety and quality systems. Your core responsibilities will include:

Leading & supporting internal/external audits (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, FSMA, SMETA)
Overseeing quality KPIs – complaints, non-conformities, glass/plastic checks
Managing CAPA processes, HACCP plans, and risk analysis
Coordinating the Environmental Monitoring Plan and traceability systems
Delivering GMP and food safety training across the site
Drafting manuals, updating documentation, and supervising external contractors
Driving food safety projects and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring

A degree in Food Science or related discipline
Proven experience in a QA role within food production
Solid grasp of audit prep, root cause analysis, and QA systems
Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and analytical skills
Bonus points if you’re familiar with Lean principles and regulatory frameworks (Codex, FSMA, ISO, etc.)

Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're passionate about quality and want to join a team where your expertise will be valued, apply today and let’s start the conversation.

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