QA Technologist (12-month FTC)

About Kerry

Kerry Group is a world leader in taste and nutrition serving the food and beverage industry globally. We have annualised sales more than €5 billion and employ over 24,000 people globally. Founded in 1972 in Listowel, Co. Kerry (Ireland), the Group has grown organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions and has succeeded in achieving sustained profitability.

The Applied Health and Nutrition (AH&N) division presents a remarkable combination of technical capabilities, innovative applications, and consumer insight understanding. AHN&N supports Kerry’s alignment with industry trends such as nutrition, clean label and food safety while the vast portfolio of advanced technologies serves the food, animal nutrition, biotech, fermentation and pharmaceutical markets. Customers come to us for our innovative ideas and integrated solutions, assured that Kerry is where it all comes together for our customers.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Quality Team in Carrigaline, Co. Cork to support a project involving the relocation of production to a new site following an acquisition.

The successful candidate will be required to work in the quality assurance department of the food manufacturing plant which produces Enzymes, Beverage Process Solutions & Ingredients, for use in the food, beverage and animal nutrition industries.

What will I be doing?

• Quality systems & hygiene auditing.
• Approval and disposition of out-of-specification material.
• Providing training for site on food safety, quality and hygiene.
• Microbiology-related technical support.
• Root cause analysis & resolving non-conformances.
• Coordinating site change control & validation programmes.
• Maintaining the key quality standards on site – FSSC22000, Fami-Qs, Kosher, & Halal.

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.

These include:

• Degree qualified, at minimum, in Food science, Microbiology or equivalent.
• At least 2 years practical experience within a Q.A. role in a food or Biopharmaceutical manufacturing site.
• Needs to be results orientated with good planning and organisational skills.
• Experience of coordinating HACCP / pre-requisite systems & principles.
• Excellent knowledge of Quality Systems.
• Ability to work with SAP QM and advantage.
• Good communication/interpersonal skills essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills can work on own initiative & also as part of a team.
• Proactive attitude is essential.
• Good time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good computer skills including MS Excel, Word, & Access.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity for career development with a Global, multifaceted business.
• Matched pension scheme to up to 10%.
• 25 days annual leave, plus relevant bank holidays.
• Access to an employee assistance program and employee benefit platform.
• Free parking.

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. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. 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.