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QC Validation Assistant

Kerry GroupCharleville, Cork

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a QC Validation Assistant within our Quality Team.This is a fantastic opportunity at our IMF Canning Plant in Charleville, Co. Cork. 

Hours of work are Monday to Wednesday 10am – 6pm and Thursday 10am – 5pm. Overtime is available. 

In our Kerry Ingredients site in Charleville, we have around 140 employees and we produce articles like skim milk powder for the infant and nutritional sector, functional dairy ingredients for the confectionary industry and a range of cheese powders for the savoury snack market. The site has canteen and onsite parking; and it is situated on Kilmallock Road (R515) within 15 minutes’ walk from the town centre. 

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

Kerry Group’s UK & Ireland dairy related business includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer Foods, and Agribusiness. With a revenue in excess of €1bn per year, it is one of the world’s leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our 3,000 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the dairy business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers. 

Our dairy business has a diversified portfolio of dairy, nutritional ingredients and market leading dairy brands and its vertically integrated dairy processing ensures the highest quality, sustainably produced 1.2bn litres of milk for our dairy, nutritional ingredients, and consumer foods business – a key consideration among some of our largest customers across the globe.

What will I be doing?

As a QC Validation Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the Quality Assurance & Quality Control Function within the Plant.

Approving incoming raw materials including sampling and CoA review

In process testing including magnet, oversize and seam analysis

Finished product sampling and testing

Disposition of samples to external laboratories

Stock control of laboratory consumables

Calibration and care of laboratory equipment Issuance of non-conformances to suppliers

General upkeep of the laboratory and laboratory systems

Support the wider Quality Assurance team with any activities within the plant

Driving best practices in hygiene and GMP within the plant

H&S representative for the laboratory

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

Dynamic, self-driven and capable of working on own initiative

Good people and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Process improvement/problem solving skills

Teamworker

Working knowledge of GMP/GLP and hygiene controls

Strong computer skills (MS Office)

Applicants will ideally have a 3rd level qualification in science or a related field

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for. 

Our Values: Courage | Enterprising Spirit | Inclusiveness | Open-mindedness | Ownership

What's in it for me?

Opportunity for career development, matched pension scheme to up to 10% and access to an employee assistance program and employee benefit platform. 

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.

Get in touch today- we look forward to meeting you!

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