Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Role Type: Permanent. Part time or Full-time option available. Location: Co. Meath
On behalf of our client, Harper Finley are recruiting a Quality Assurance Manager on a permanent basis. There is an option for full time or part time hours. Our client is a well-established company in the food production industry, dedicated to high quality & sustainable manufacturing. This role reports to the Managing Director and has the support of a QA Specialist. The Quality Manager has oversight of the QMS and will act as the site lead during external audits. Previous experience in the food industry is essential.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Ensure compliance with company procedures, legislation, and regulatory requirements.
Liaise with technical teams of customers and suppliers.
Oversee quality control and assurance across the manufacturing process.
Maintain Quality Management and HACCP systems.
Monitor KPIs, analyse trends, and implement corrective actions.
Investigate non-conformances, deviations, and customer complaints, ensuring preventive measures.
Lead audit preparations and ensure resolution of previous actions.
Verify production samples against specifications.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct internal audits, inspections, and traceability exercises.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
BSc in a relevant field
2 – 3 years’ experience in the food industry
Experience at Quality Manager level
BRC and Grocery Retail Food Standard lead experience
Food Hygiene certificate (HACCP and internal auditing certificate desirable)
Previous experience leading internal and external audits
QMS management experience
Benefits
€50,000 - €60,000
Permanent role
Full time or part time options available
22 days annual leave
Pension contributions
Health insurance support
Note: This role is open to candidates with Stamp 4 visa or EU/EEA passport holders.
