Assistant Quality Systems Manager

Location: Shercock, County Cavan

Full time – Permanent

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Assistant Quality Systems Manager to join our team. This is a key role within our Quality function, supporting the maintenance, development, and continuous improvement of our Food Safety & Quality Management Systems.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, customer requirements, and internal policies — helping us deliver safe, high‑quality products every time.

What You’ll Do

• Support HACCP, VACCP & TACCP activities and food safety risk assessments.

• Assist with regulatory, third‑party and customer audits, ensuring full audit readiness.

• Manage CAPA processes to ensure timely and effective close‑out of actions.

• Participate in Supplier Approval and ongoing supplier evaluations.

• Conduct internal audits as part of the Internal Auditing Team.

• Support pest management and ensure compliance with prevention programmes.

• Monitor processing standards, including GMP, cleaning effectiveness, and quality control checks.

• Maintain and update document control for the Food Safety Management System.

• Review SOPs, policies, procedures, and records to ensure they are current and correctly implemented.

About You

• Experience in Quality, Technical, or Food Safety within a food or manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of food safety systems and regulatory requirements.

• HACCP training or internal auditing experience (desirable).

• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Confident communicator with the ability to work cross‑functionally.

• A proactive, problem‑solving approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary, company pension and bonus.

• Opportunity to grow and develop your career within a high‑performing team.

• Work in a fast‑paced environment where your contribution makes a real impact.

• Supportive team culture with ongoing training and professional development.