Quality Assurance Officer

Quality Assurance Officer: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

Wonderfoods Unlimited Company T/A Donnelly Fresh Foods
IDA Business & Technology Park, Snugborough Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 NY91

Job Description & Skills Required

Wonderfoods Unlimited Company T/A Donnelly Fresh Foods is seeking 1 Quality Assurance Officer to support the Quality Department in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance within a BRC-certified fresh food manufacturing environment.

Main Duties Include:
-Monitor and maintain compliance with BRC, HACCP, GMP, Bord Bia, and food safety standards throughout production.
-Review, update, and maintain product specifications, quality documentation, and traceability records.
-Conduct internal quality audits and assist in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
-Inspect and approve incoming raw materials and finished products against required specifications.
-Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality, hygiene, and food safety procedures.
-Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
-Support staff training in food safety, quality procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
-Maintain accurate quality records and assist with regulatory inspections and customer audits.
-Work closely with production and management teams to ensure products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.
-Ensure compliance with all relevant food legislation and company quality management systems.

Essential Requirements
-A minimum of a Level 7 qualification (Ordinary Bachelor’s Degree) in Food Science or an equivalent field.
-Experience in a Quality Assurance role within a food manufacturing or similar business is essential.
-Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Strong communication and report-writing abilities.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
-Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Training Provided
Food Standards Auditing.
HACCP Introduction or HACCP Implementation & Verification.
Other training courses relevant to the role.

Hours: 39 hours per week
Salary: €36,605 annually
Hourly Rate: €18.05 per hour
Permanent, Full-Time Position
For non-EEA Nationals, eligibility and requirements for an employment permit apply.