Overview Job title: Quality Controller Reporting To: Technical Manager Role Type: Full time, Permanent Location: Carrolls Cross, Co. Waterford Closing Date: Role Summary: Dawn Meats are currently recruiting for a Quality Control Operative to join the Carrolls Cross Convenience Foods & Retail Quality Team. Working as part of the FSQ team to support the production team by ensuring that the quality of the product is tested and measured at regular daily intervals ensuring it meets all production, food safety, hygiene and customer specifications across the Convenience Foods and CX Retail production areas. Responsibilities Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy quality and production environment. The successful Candidate will be responsible for: Work to an hourly schedule to complete quality and due diligence checks on product, to ensure that it meets required customer and legal specifications. Carry out pre-start checks in production areas daily. Record and regularly report product quality information and feedback to quality team lead and production team shift manager for quality improvement. Collection of meat and environmental samples for microbial testing. Assist in projects as outlined by the QC Team Leader, Quality Supervisor and/or FSQ Managers. QC decision making based on data collection and analysis. Aiding production staff where necessary regarding product safety, quality or traceability control procedures. To be involved with Customer & 3rd Party Audits. To ensure a culture of "Always Audit Ready" is implemented within the production area. Qualifications The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: Have good understanding of English. Good communicational skills. Team working skills. Have good problem-solving skills and be able to use own initiative. Keen attention to detail. Willingness to learn. Must be flexible and able to support QC team members. Be able to work a three-shift pattern and be available to work Saturdays when scheduled to do so. (Days Evenings Mid-Shift) Own transport is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food production company located in Waterford is in search of a Food Safety & Quality Manager. The successful candidate will manage food safety and quality compliance at the beef stock production facility. Key responsibilities include leading the Food Safety & Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering food safety culture. Candidates must have a third-level qualification in Food Science or related discipline. Significant experience in meat processing or food ingredients is preferred. This is a permanent, full-time position. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job Title: Food Safety & Quality Manager - Stock Plant Reporting to: Group Food Safety and Quality Manager Role Type: Permanent, full time Location: Grannagh, Co. Waterford Dawn Meats is one of Europe's leading food companies; suppliers of choice to a range of leading local, national and international supermarkets, foodservice and manufacturing businesses, exporting to over 50 countries worldwide. We are currently recruiting for the position of Food Safety and Quality Manager (FSQ). The Food Safety & Quality Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of food safety, product quality, and compliance at our new beef stock production facility. This role ensures that all products manufactured on site meet legal, customer, and company standards. The FSQ Manager will play a key leadership role in maintaining a strong food safety culture, implementing the Quality Management System (QMS), and supporting continuous improvement across the site. They will work closely with production, technical, hygiene, engineering, and commercial teams to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality beef stock products. While specific stock/broth experience is highly desirable, candidates with strong backgrounds in meat, food ingredients, or food processing are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the site's Food Safety & Quality Management Systems. Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and customer-specific standards related to food ingredients, broth/stock production, and meat-derived products. Champion and drive a robust Food Safety Culture across the site. Manage and improve the site QMS, ensuring documentation, SOPs, and process controls are maintained. Oversee EQMS record management, audits, and internal audit programmes. Lead HACCP development, review, and verification activities. Monitor and verify critical control points and prerequisite programmes. Manage the site's microbiological and chemical testing programme. Ensure finished product specifications meet customer, legislative, and internal requirements. Work with production teams to maintain product consistency and address quality deviations. Support the Hygiene Team to deliver high cleaning standards. Verify hygiene performance through audits and environmental monitoring. Deliver and coordinate FSQ-related training (HACCP, food safety, hygiene, SOPs). Work with engineering teams to ensure preventative maintenance supports food safety. Participate in risk assessments for new equipment and materials. Identify opportunities for process improvement, risk reduction, and quality optimisation. Qualifications Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy food production environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: Third-level qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Process Technology or related discipline. Strong understanding of HACCP principles and food safety systems. Experience in meat processing, food ingredients, or stock/broth production (advantage). Competent in managing customer interactions across commercial, technical, and new product development teams. Experience and knowledge of CIP (Cleaning in Place) systems. Knowledge of food safety legislation and customer audit requirements. Experience with BRCGS, customer audits, or regulatory inspections. Excellent knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and QMS implementation. Strong communication and influencing skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job Title:Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter Reporting to: Maintenance Manager. Contract: Permanent. Location: Carrolls Cross, Co. Waterford Role Summary: Dawn Meats Group is one of Europe's leading beef and lamb processing companies with locations across Ireland, UK, and continental Europe employing over 8,000 employees. Dawn Meats are looking to recruit a Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter in Carrolls Cross to provide technical and problem-solving support for the plant and maintenance teams. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our primary production plant in Carrolls Cross and their duties will include: Supports and executes plant specific maintenance strategies to achieve key performance goals and overall maintenance performance; Assists and supports production, enabling production schedules to be met and to ensure that all issues are resolved in a timely fashion; Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with relevant standards; Carry out work orders in a timely and safe manner while maintaining adherence & full compliance with company procedures; Responsibility to upload all job details onto a handheld mobile field technology device on completion; Develop in-depth working knowledge of all site mechanical equipment; Complete all paperwork in full; Follow all Health and Safety Rules and Regulations in the Site; To complete training and review of SOPs on compliance. Qualifications Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy Maintenance/Engineering environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: Time-served Mechanical, Automation & Maintenance Fitter (MAMF), demonstrating a high level of competency, with a minimum of 3 years post apprenticeship experience; Experience of machines & process equipment, controls & automation; Experience in electrical & mechanical installations, maintenance and refrigeration systems; Can demonstrate good communication, both written & oral skills, which meet the requirements of the job in full; Good troubleshooting ability; to logically follow a line of thought for problem solving; Holds a full driving license; Ability to work on their own initiative, with minimum supervision, as well as part of a team; Has a flexible approach to working hours (shift work, overtime and on call). INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Overview Company: Dawn Meats Job Title: Electrical Apprentice Location: Ballyhaunis Co. Mayo Reporting To: Maintenance Manager Role Summary: Dawn Meats Ballyhaunis has a vacancy for an Electrical Apprentice to join our Maintenance team. The Apprentice will be trained in all aspects of the Electrical apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship consists of 7 phases: 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job. SOLAS and the Department of Education and Science have responsibility for providing the off-the-job training, whilst your on-the job training will take place on site with the Dawn Ballyhaunis Maintenance team. Responsibilities Successful Candidates should have the following: An interest in electrical & mechanical installations A Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification to include a maths and a science or engineering subject as a minimum. Previous work experience or completion of a pre-apprenticeship course would be viewed as an advantage. Strong technical aptitude. Ability to work as part of a successful team. Ability to follow maintenance planning. Ability to meet targets and project deadlines. Qualifications Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy Maintenance/Engineering environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: Be over 18 years of age Be permitted to live and work in Ireland without restriction. Be able to pass a colour vision and medical assessment. Educational Qualifications Candidates must have obtained the following minimum educational qualifications: Junior Certificate (Ordinary Level) Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level (or Grade D or higher at Higher Level) in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent) in 5 subjects. OR Leaving Certificate Grade D or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in one sitting in 5 subjects. Previous experience of the following subjects would be an advantage but not essential: Mathematics, Technology, Technical Drawing/Graphics, Physics and Construction Studies #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food production company in County Waterford is seeking a Quality Controller to join the Quality Team. The successful candidate will ensure product quality meets all specifications, conduct regular quality checks, assist with audits, and support team members. Ideal applicants should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, have attention to detail, and be willing to work flexible shifts. Own transport is preferred. This position offers a permanent contract and is full-time. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food production company in Ballyhaunis is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to join its Maintenance team. The role involves comprehensive training in electrical installations, including phases of off-the-job and on-the-job training. Ideal candidates should be over 18, with a Leaving Certificate and a strong technical aptitude. This apprenticeship provides the opportunity to develop valuable skills within a critical support function in the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job Title: Health and Safety Manager Location: Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo Contract Type: Permanent, full time Reporting To: Divisional H&S Manager/Site Operations Manager Role Summary: Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries. Dawn Meats is currently recruiting a Health & Safety Manager to play a key role in leading and managing health and safety across our Ballyhaunis primary production facility. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Ballyhaunis facility and will be responsible for: Developing, implementing, and executing H&S objectives & improvement plans in conjunction with the Site Operations Management and Divisional Health and Safety Manager; Support site supervisors with the investigation of H&S incidents/accidents at the site. Where necessary, leading the investigation process and/or collaborating with senior management on serious incidents; Partnering with relevant stakeholders such as Human Resources, Food Safety & Quality, Engineering and Operations departments with regards to H&S issues/concerns and address in a timely manner; Identifying site H&S training needs and deliver training sessions for employees and management as required; Managing the induction process for new starters across the site; Liaising with relevant authorities and bodies such as the Health & Safety Authority etc as necessary; Ensuring all employees, contractors, third parties and visitors are compliant with H&S and Covid19 requirements of the site; Conducting internal audits and ensuring the site is audit ready at all times. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate: A third-level qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline A recognised professional qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, or equivalent Detailed knowledge of H&S Legislation; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Working knowledge of MS Office applications; Previous experience in the food manufacturing sector is beneficial but not essential; Manual Handling Instructor and Forklift Instructor qualifications would be beneficial. INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
A leading meat processing company in County Waterford is seeking an Export Administrator to join their team. The role involves communicating with logistics and sales teams, processing export documentation, coordinating logistics, and managing stock. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong administration skills, attention to detail, and be proficient in Microsoft Office tools. This full-time position is based at the company's Grannagh site, offering an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job title: Quality Controller Reporting To: Technical Manager Role Type: Full time, Permanent Location: Carrolls Cross, Co. Waterford Closing Date: Role Summary: Dawn Meats are currently recruiting for a Quality Control Operative to join the Carrolls Cross Convenience Foods & Retail Quality Team. Working as part of the FSQ team to support the production team by ensuring that the quality of the product is tested and measured at regular daily intervals ensuring it meets all production, food safety, hygiene and customer specifications across the Convenience Foods and CX Retail production areas. Responsibilities Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy quality and production environment. The successful Candidate will be responsible for: Work to an hourly schedule to complete quality and due diligence checks on product, to ensure that it meets required customer and legal specifications. Carry out pre-start checks in production areas daily. Record and regularly report product quality information and feedback to quality team lead and production team shift manager for quality improvement. Collection of meat and environmental samples for microbial testing. Assist in projects as outlined by the QC Team Leader, Quality Supervisor and/or FSQ Managers. QC decision making based on data collection and analysis. Aiding production staff where necessary regarding product safety, quality or traceability control procedures. To be involved with Customer & 3rd Party Audits. To ensure a culture of "Always Audit Ready" is implemented within the production area. Qualifications The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: Have good understanding of English. Good communicational skills. Team working skills. Have good problem-solving skills and be able to use own initiative. Keen attention to detail. Willingness to learn. Must be flexible and able to support QC team members. Be able to work a three-shift pattern and be available to work Saturdays when scheduled to do so. (Days Evenings Mid-Shift) Own transport is preferred. INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
