​What you need to know

Matrix Recruitment are seeking to recruit a Quality Shift Supervisor for our client, based in the Kilkenny area.

You will be responsible for the management of the QA team and the QC team.

This is a permanent role.

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Key duties & responsibilities:

• Leading, managing and developing the quality team.

• Ensure all aspects of production are carried out to quality specifications.

• Supervise all technical and quality staff.

• Liaise with customers on product specifications and complaints.

• Ensure compliance with DAFM,BRC, Bord Bia and customer specifications continually review existing HACCP systems.

• Ensure compliance with customer standards.

• Training and supervision of process operatives in relation to quality systems and procedures.

• Manage customer complaints, investigation and implementation of necessary corrective actions.

• Monitor production and ensure that quality checks are being carried out.

• Ensure internal audits are carried out and non-conformances rectified in identified time scales.

• Keep up to date with food legislation and any changes which affect the company.  

• Responsible for supervising all checks to ensure that the quality and safety standards BRC, Bord Bia and customer requirements are met constantly and consistently.

• Deputising in the absence of the Senior Quality Manager.

What are we looking for?

• 3rd  level Qualification is essential- Food Science or related.

• 2-3 years management experience in Quality within the food industry.

• Knowledge of all relevant quality standards.

• Strong communication skills ability to deal with clients & suppliers.

• Strong people leadership skills.

Apply for this job now by emailing your WORD formatted CV to Rachel.

Full detailed job spec available on request.

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