Job Descrption
Requisition ID: 55180Position Type: FT PermanentWorkplace Arrangement: #LI-OnsiteKerry Dairy Ireland is currently recruiting for a Site Food Safety and Quality Manager for our ingredient manufacture spray drying and Infant Nutrition facility in Charleville, Co Cork. This person will provide leadership and direction for Food Safety and Quality in alignment with the Kerry Corporate Policies, Regulatory and Food Safety standards.What will I be doing?Maintain Food Safety compliance and work with plant management team to implement programs to mitigate risk. Oversee Food Safety, Hygiene and GMP standards on site ensuring the Food Safety HACCP program is robust, effective, and compliant to applicable Global Policies and Procedures, Regulatory Agencies and Accreditation Bodies.Management of all Quality System elements including Quality Reviews, Management of Change, Documentation Control. Validation/Qualification, Quality Agreements, Deviations and Investigations, Sanitation, Specifications... Batch release, CAPA, Audits and Customer Complaints.Management and oversight of site laboratories and compliance to the required accreditation bodies.Maintain and improve quality Objectives and KPIs.Manage staffing within the quality function including QC & QA. Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of team members, ensure accountability, oversee recruitment, training, and development within the Quality team.Manage the department budget and utilize resources effectively to meet business needs.Build relationships both within and outside the Kerry organization to keep up with best practices.Working closely with site management and regional teams to lead a culture of continuous improvement across functions including, Operations, Engineering and Quality.Ensure in depth technical process knowledge of unit operations including Pasteurisation, Evaporation, Spray Drying, Dry Blending and Packaging.Management of audit compliance and site readiness while liaising with external agencies in the arrangement, conducting and close out of external audits.Provide guidance & validation support for new and on-going projects throughout the site.What do I need to be successful?In Kerry we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.Minimum of an Honors Science degree in Food, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent related discipline.5+ years Quality Management experience in a food manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment.Experience in Validation (Facility, Equipment, Utilities, Process and Cleaning).Attention to detail coupled with strong technical problem-solving ability.Team focus - strong people management and Interpersonal skills.Ability to influence and persuade, apply logical thinking and a pragmatic approach.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent organizational and planning skills.What will I get in return?At Kerry, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference.25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays).Health Care.Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.About KerryKerry Group’s UK & Ireland dairy related business includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer foods and Agribusiness. With a revenue in excess of €1bn per year, it is one of the world's leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our 3000 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the diary business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers.Get in touch today!In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.
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