Quality Co-ordinator

Description

Quality Coordinator Location: Ashbourne Business Park About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Coordinator to oversee quality, compliance, and food safety standards across our food and non-food warehouse operations. This role is critical in ensuring products are stored, handled, and distributed in line with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations. The successful candidate will lead quality assurance activities, maintain compliance with HACCP and BRC standards, support continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in delivering and maintaining an AA/AA+ BRC audit rating. Key Responsibilities Quality Control & Assurance • Maintain and continuously improve quality control processes and procedures across food and non-food operations. • Conduct routine inspections of hygiene, fabrication, and quality standards throughout the warehouse. • Support and educate operational teams on food safety procedures, quality standards, and best practices. • Coordinate product traceability exercises and mock recall activities, documenting outcomes and corrective actions. • Review pest control reports and ensure all recommended actions are completed within required timelines. • Monitor temperature records and coordinate calibration of temperature monitoring equipment. Compliance & Auditing • Ensure full compliance with HACCP, BRC, GDP, and all applicable food safety and quality regulations. • Lead preparations for external audits, including annual BRC audits. • Manage corrective and preventive action plans arising from audits, inspections, and quality incidents. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, quality standards, and compliance requirements. Documentation & Reporting • Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports, audit documentation, and non-conformance logs. • Produce regular quality and compliance reports, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. • Investigate quality issues and document root cause analysis and corrective actions. Supplier & Service Provider Management • Work closely with procurement and operational teams to ensure supplier quality standards are maintained. • Conduct supplier, subcontractor, and service provider audits where required. • Monitor supplier performance and follow up on corrective action plans. Continuous Improvement • Identify opportunities to improve quality processes, operational efficiency, and compliance standards. • Implement preventative measures to reduce quality incidents and product waste. • Support quality improvement projects across the business. Stakeholder Collaboration • Partner with Operations, Logistics, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues. • Act as a key point of contact during customer, regulatory, and third-party audits. • Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Health & Safety • Ensure all quality activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company policies. • Promote a positive safety culture and adherence to workplace health and safety standards. What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience • Experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Food Safety role within a warehousing, logistics, food manufacturing, or distribution environment. • Strong understanding of food safety legislation, quality assurance systems, and compliance requirements. • Knowledge of HACCP, BRC, and quality management systems. • Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. • Ability to influence, coach, and engage colleagues across all levels of the business. • Experience managing audits, inspections, and corrective action processes. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems. Desirable Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline. • Working knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP). • Experience supporting or leading BRC audits. • Experience with Irish Organic Association audits or equivalent accreditation processes. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing quality standards within a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact on compliance, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across the business.