Job Title: Quality Technician Location: Dublin 15 Salary: DOE
Overview: Osborne Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with our client, a leading organisation within the fast-moving food ingredients sector, to recruit a Technical / Quality Technician for their Quality Assurance Division.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with 3+ years experience within the food manufacturing industry.
The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience across quality assurance, food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within a collaborative and experienced Quality team, this role offers exceptional learning and development opportunities while supporting the delivery of high-quality products that meet customer and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the ongoing maintenance and development of the Quality Management System (QMS), including quality manuals, procedures, HACCP documentation, and records.
Prepare and update product specifications in line with current food legislation and customer requirements.
Participate in internal audits and support compliance activities.
Assist with customer complaint investigations, reporting, and trend analysis.
Support calibration and maintenance activities relating to quality assurance equipment.
Ensure hygiene, calibration, and glass audits are completed and monitored effectively.
Assist with internal and external microbiological testing and allergen control programmes.
Maintain full product traceability across all manufacturing processes.
Monitor GMP standards and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in TACCP and VACCP analysis activities.
Compile and maintain weekly KPI reports.
Evaluate raw material ingredients against agreed specifications.
Review and approve retained product samples.
Initially support retained sample testing before progressing into broader Quality Assurance responsibilities as experience develops.
Skills & Qualifications:
Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, General Science, or a related discipline.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
Excellent attention to detail.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong team player with a proactive attitude.
Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
What’s on Offer:
Exposure to high-level food safety and quality management systems.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Career progression and professional development opportunities.
Permanent full-time position within a growing and dynamic sector.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Daniel Kirwan or email daniel.kirwan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
