Quality Controller

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The Business:

The Nestbox Egg Company processes over 5 million eggs per week and delivers to supermarkets and food businesses throughout Ireland and abroad. For over two generations, the McGuinness and Eivers families have been delivering cracking good eggs across Ireland.

Here at The Nestbox, we are proud to confirm that we are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The Role:

This is a full-time, primarily site-based role for a Quality Control Technician, reporting directly to the Technical Manager. The position is mainly based at our Lough Egish site in Co. Monaghan, however the successful candidate will be required to support other company sites as and when required.

The role requires an energetic and dynamic individual who will work closely with production teams to ensure that both product and processes are compliant with company specifications, statutory obligations, and customer requirements.

The Quality Control Technician will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day quality activities while assisting in the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

Hours of Work:
Typically 6:00am – 3:00pm. Some days may require working 8:30am – 5:30pm depending on operational requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

· Conduct routine quality control checks including:

· Raw material testing

· Finished product inspections

· Weight verification

· Label verification

· Temperature monitoring

· Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety legislation, and customer specifications.

· Support the identification of non-conformances and assist in implementing corrective and preventative actions.

· Conduct regular hygiene and GMP audits across production areas.

· Participate in customer and third-party audits, including BRCGS audits.

· Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

· Identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.

· Actively contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, increase line efficiency, reduce raw material waste, minimise downtime, and ultimately reduce consumer complaints.

· Motivate and support production teams to understand food safety, food quality standards, and key complaint drivers.

· Monitor and report on Quality KPIs to ensure targets are achieved and maintained.

· Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of Quality & Food Safety systems.

· Complete documentation in accordance with internal procedures, SOPs, and quality standards.

· Perform computer-based reporting and record-keeping duties.

· Assist in training production staff on food safety and quality procedures.

· Perform any other duties assigned by the Technical Manager or designated representative.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Education & Experience:

· Diploma or Degree in Food Science / Food Technology (or related discipline).

· Minimum 5 years’ experience in a food manufacturing environment.

· Strong knowledge of HACCP and Quality Management Systems.

· Experience with BRCGS standards is essential.

· Experience in New Product Development (NPD) is desirable.

· High-risk food production experience is desirable but not essential.

Essential Skills & Ability:

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work on own initiative and unsupervised.

· Good time management, planning, and organisational skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

· Flexible and adaptable to business needs.

· Health and safety conscious.

· Proficient in computer applications and reporting systems.

· Full clean driving licence and own transport.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From €31,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Education:

• Advanced/Higher Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person