Quality Assurance Technician – Food Manufacturing

Location: Monaghan
Salary: €40,000 – €50,000
Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Company Overview:

A well-established food manufacturing business in the Monaghan region is seeking to hire an experienced Quality Assurance Technician. This role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, progressive food production environment, with a clear focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview:

Reporting directly to the Quality & Technical Manager, the successful candidate will support the implementation and ongoing management of quality systems (HACCP, BRC, customer specifications) while leading internal audits, quality KPIs, and product investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and maintain HACCP, SOPs, and the site’s Food Safety Management System.
Conduct internal audits and work cross-functionally to close out findings.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support project delivery.
Analyse production KPIs and assist in resolving quality issues on-site.
Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints.
Liaise with production and maintenance teams to enforce standards.
Contribute to the upkeep of compliance with legislation, BRC, and customer requirements.

Requirements:

Degree in Food Science or a related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a QA/QC role within food manufacturing.
In-depth understanding of HACCP, BRC, and food legislation.
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
Proficient in Excel and general IT systems.
Experience leading audits and working in a fast-paced environment.

What’s on Offer:

Salary: €40,000–€50,000 depending on experience.
Permanent role with long-term career prospects.
Supportive technical team and modern manufacturing environment.

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