Your new company A well-established food production business in the Ballymena area is seeking a Quality Manager to join its Technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional to take ownership of food safety, quality and compliance systems within a busy manufacturing environment. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting continuous improvement and ensuring products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Your new role As Quality Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing the site’s Quality Management System and ensuring compliance with BRCGS Food Safety Standards. You will work closely with customers, suppliers and production teams to uphold high standards of food safety, product quality and operational responsibilities will include managing the Quality Manual, supporting supplier approval processes, handling food safety and quality-related issues, conducting daily factory inspections and ensuring quality standards are consistently implemented across production. You will also provide training and guidance to staff, helping to drive a strong food safety and quality culture throughout the business.
What you’ll need to succeed
- Previous experience managing or supporting Quality Management Systems within a food manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety Standards and experience participating in or leading BRCGS audits
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and production teams
- Third-level qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline
- Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
What you’ll get in return
- Opportunity to take ownership of site quality systems and play a key role in maintaining food safety and compliance standards
- Significant involvement in BRCGS compliance, supplier management and customer quality activities
- Exposure to a broad range of quality, food safety and continuous improvement initiatives
- Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Technical Manager and contribute to site development
- Flexible full-time or part-time permanent employment opportunities
- Free on-site parking
- Competitive salary package based on experience and capability
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing food production environment
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