Quality Assurance Technician Lusk

Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Lusk, Co. Dublin
Hours: Full-Time | Permanent
Department: Quality / Technical Department

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established food manufacturing company based in Lusk, Co. Dublin, who are experiencing continued growth. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Technician to join their team and support the Quality and Technical functions within the business.

This is a fantastic role for someone with a strong understanding of food safety, quality assurance, and compliance who wants to develop their career in a progressive and supportive environment. You‘ll work closely with production teams to ensure all products meet regulatory standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Product & Process Compliance

• Monitor production to ensure products meet quality, safety, and legal standards.
• Check preparation, portioning, and packaging to meet product specifications.
• Engage with production teams to maintain high-quality standards throughout all processes.

Corrective Actions

• Lead or support root cause analysis for any non-conformances.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), updating SOPs or retraining staff where needed.

Testing & Inspection

• Carry out raw material checks to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Conduct finished product testing (sensory, microbiological, shelf life).
• Use statistical sampling to monitor product consistency and identify issues early.

Hygiene Monitoring

• Oversee cleaning and sanitation processes to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform environmental swabbing and internal hygiene audits, reporting and following up on findings.

Temperature Control

• Monitor and document temperatures at all stages of production and storage.
• Verify correct temperature control during transportation to maintain product quality.

Procedure & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure factory procedures comply with internal standards and external legislation (e.g. HACCP, GMP).
• Keep up to date with changes in food safety regulations and implement accordingly.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies (sensory, microbiological, chemical).
• Proficient with tools such as thermometers, pH meters, and laboratory equipment.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret test results and identify quality trends.
• Accurate documentation and record-keeping for compliance and audits.
• Understanding of production workflows and their impact on product quality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• A proactive approach to quality improvement and food safety culture.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a quality assurance or technical role within the food manufacturing industry.
• A good working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to influence and support colleagues.