Requisition ID63775

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Position TypeFT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement#LI-Onsite

We have a great opportunity for a Quality Compliance & Sanitation Lead to join us, at our site in Portadown.

Reporting into the Site Technical Manager, you will champion food safety, hygiene, and technical standards across our site. Youll lead a small team, drive audit readiness, and play a key role in strengthening our quality culture.

You will also provide guidance and on-going support to facilitate compliance with Quality / Regulatory & Sanitation Policies, Food Safety Programs (HACCP) procedures and product specifications with primary focus on factory floor activities.

This role will work closely with the Quality Systems & Regulatory Specialist Lead to maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS), strong audit readiness, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.

Our dairy comes from some of the worlds richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.

Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

• Support the Technical Manager in delivering the sites quality and food safety strategy
• Lead and motivate the Quality Assurance team, promoting problem-solving and teamwork
• Drive internal auditing, prepare the site for external audits, and close out non-conformances
• Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, customer requirements, and internal standards
• Own the site sanitation monitoring programmes - which will include the EMP system and hygiene team, ensuring that KPIs are met
• Lead investigations into hygiene, contamination, and quality incidents
• Work closely with the Quality Systems & Regulatory Specialist to reduce complaints and support continuous improvement
• Provide on-the-floor technical support and act as a subject-matter expert across the business
• Support NPD trials and change management
• Lead, coach, and develop your team, embedding a strong quality and LEAN culture

• Experience in a technical, quality, or food safety role within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of GMP, hygiene standards, and audit requirements
• Experience with BRCGS or similar audit schemes
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and continuous improvement capability
• HACCP Level 3/4, Food Safety, Internal Auditor qualifications

At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life.

We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Hybrid working
• Health Care
• Matched pension scheme
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

Get in touch today!

In Kerry Dairy Ireland 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.

Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Consistent with our policy of providing equality of opportunity for all, we are required to seek particular information from applicants. As part of your application you will be asked to answer a short number of questions. This information will be held separate to your application and treated in the strictest of confidence.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a starter kit, investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter#LI-SD2
Posting TypeLI

Please note We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers. xbpsjku In the event that speculative CVs or candidate profiles are submitted by recruitment agencies, we reserve the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current or future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency.