Quality Assurance Assistant Manager
Quorum Search Partners
- Louth
- €35,000-40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Help develop and put into action quality control procedures for raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
- Regularly inspect and audit to ensure quality standards and hygiene rules are followed.
- Team up with production teams to maintain quality standards and solve any quality-related problems.
- Supervise site cleaning staff, ensuring they follow the schedule and work closely with the Quality Coordinator.
- Keep precise records of quality tests, inspection outcomes, and any corrective actions taken.
- Create detailed reports on quality measures, issues, and trends for the Quality Manager and other stakeholders.
- Stay updated on food safety laws and ensure the company follows them.
- Help prepare for external audits and work with regulatory agencies when necessary.
- Work with the procurement team to approve suppliers/vendors based on their adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Evaluate supplier performance through audits and suggest improvements.
- Take part in analysing the root causes of issues and implementing actions to improve product quality and production efficiency.
- Collaborate with teams to encourage continuous improvement and maintain high-quality standards.
- Train production staff on quality procedures and best practices.
- Foster a culture of quality throughout the organisation.
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Agricultural Science.
- Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in quality assurance or quality control in the food production industry.
- HACCP certification; Train the Trainer certification is a plus.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Confident and decisive with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Commitment to confidentiality and protection of sensitive information.
- Results-driven with a dedication to achieving excellence.