Experienced Technical Manager required for multi-national company fresh produce based in North County Dublin. The successful candidate shall have a proven track record in dealing with retailers and be experienced in their compliance requirements and in addition have a good understanding of the requirements of industry standards, i.e., BRC, Bord Bia, etc. The candidate preferably has worked in a fresh food industry, ideally in fresh produce.
Location: Swords Business Park, Co. Dublin
Key Objectives of Role:The management of all aspects of the technical function in accordance with customer, legal and business requirements.To develop clear communication and maintain good relationships with our customers and the site team.To manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and on-going development of the site's HACCP, and TACCP/VACCP systems.To manage the Supplier Approval process, to include our customers' own systems for supplier management.To maintain our customers' online portals, i.e., Food Experts, Zoom, etc.To support the compliance function during all customer and 3rd party audits.To support the business in the development and implementation of its Food Safety Culture plan.Work directly with the Quality Team to ensure inspections are completed within business and customers' expectations. Communicate and agree with the customer when concessions are needed due to seasonal challenges.Development and maintenance of raw material and finished product specifications as required by the customer and the business.Artwork checks and approval for legal and specification compliance.The investigation and root cause analysis of customer and consumer complaints.The completion of internal audits, including systems, hygiene & fabrication, establishing root cause and corrective action implementation.Travelling to our international supply base for seasonal development, quality improvement or customer inspections.Key Requirements:Minimum 5 years experience in a fresh food industry technical or senior quality manager role.Experience in fresh produce would be an advantage.Educated to degree/diploma level in a food science discipline.Excellent attention to detail & communication skills.Good computer skills with an understanding of Excel, Word, etc.Has the ability to work on own initiative.Ability to travel abroad.Permissions to work in Ireland.Dole Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
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