Technical Manager – Co. Kildare
Join one of Ireland’s leading beef producers and take the next step in your career!
This company are one of Ireland’s leading meat processing companies in operation for over 40 years and the company have built very strong relationships with their agricultural partners and the company understand that decent animal welfare is what their customers, staff and suppliers want and work closely with all their livestock carriers to ensure they are operating to the highest animal welfare standards.
The company employs over 200 staff across 2 facilities in Ireland and export to customers across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. It’s a very environmentally conscious organisation whose sustainability plan is at the heart of the company’s programme of continually focusing on reducing environmental impacts and helping to preserve natural resources.
Currently seeking a Technical Manager to lead and enhance food safety and quality systems, ensuring compliance with industry, legal, and customer standards.
Commutable from Newbridge (15 mins) , Sallins (10 mins) ,Clane (15 mins) , Kilcullen (15 mins) ,Blessington (20 mins) , Kildare Town (25 mins) , Maynooth (30 mins) ,Leixlip (35 mins) , Portlaoise (40 mins) ,Tallaght (35-40 mins) , Dublin (City Centre) (45-60 mins) ,Athy (50 mins) Tullamore (1 hour) this Technical Manager role is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-established company while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead food safety & quality initiatives to maintain and improve compliance with food safety regulations.
- Manage audits & certifications, working closely with regulatory authorities (BRC, FSAI, DAFM) to uphold high standards.
- Drive continuous improvement, ensuring best practices in HACCP, traceability, and risk management.
- Investigate and resolve quality issues, non-conformances, and customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Collaborate across teams, partnering with production, supply chain, and sales to maintain efficiency and quality.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, keeping up to date with food legislation and emerging risks.
What We’re Looking For:
- A third-level qualification in food science, food technology, or a related field.
- Experience in the meat industry, with knowledge of key equipment and processes.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage teams and drive results.
Why Join This Company?
- A key leadership role in a respected and growing company.
- Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-moving, innovative industry.
- A supportive team environment where your expertise will be valued.
- Generous salary and benefits package
If you’re passionate about food safety and quality and want to be part of an industry leader, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Apply now and take the next step in your career!
