Quality Manager - 12 Month Contract Location: Waterford City Industry: Beverage Manufacturing Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8am-5pm | Friday, 8am-2pm Our client, a market leader in the beverage industry, is seeking a Quality Manager to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a key position responsible for maintaining the highest food safety and quality standards across the site, in line with ISO22000. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the site's Quality function, overseeing a team of two. Ensure full compliance with ISO22000 standards across all operations. Maintain and drive site-wide adherence to food safety protocols and quality standards. Take ownership of internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness at all times. Provide training and guidance to employees to uphold compliance and continuous improvement. Requirements: 1-2 years' experience in a similar role managing people and leading audits. Strong working knowledge of ISO22000 and food safety standards. Experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment is preferred. Confident communicator with the ability to influence and lead across functions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation and play a central role in upholding their strong quality culture. To learn more or apply, please get in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr
I'm currently working with a leading global pharmaceutical company that is growing its QA function at a high-performing manufacturing site in Tipperary. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist to step into a senior-level position with a strong focus on GMP compliance and quality oversight. The Opportunity: Join a globally recognised pharma organisation known for operational excellence and innovation. Contribute to the release of both drug substance and drug product, with involvement in QP support. Work cross-functionally to drive compliance, resolve quality issues, and enhance systems. Be part of a collaborative QA team where your experience will have real impact on product quality and patient safety. Key Responsibilities: Review and approve production and analytical documentation to support QP certification. Investigate deviations, complaints, change controls, and CAPAs in a timely, thorough manner. Support internal audits, quality improvement initiatives, and product recall processes. Maintain and create SOPs and compile data for reporting and presentations. Build strong relationships across departments to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Stay current on global GMP regulations and represent QA in cross-functional teams. Candidate Profile: Degree qualified in a Science or Engineering discipline (or equivalent industrial experience). Demonstrated experience in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment, preferably pharma or biopharma. Strong knowledge of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and technical documentation. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Project Manager - Packaging Operations Location: Munster, Ireland Sector: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Salary: €90-110k plus package An established global healthcare manufacturer is expanding its operations in response to growing global demand for its pharmaceutical portfolio and new product launches. As part of this expansion, the company is investing significantly in its packaging operations and is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the installation and optimisation of high-speed packaging equipment at its Munster-based manufacturing facility. Role Overview Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for delivering capital investment projects within the Packaging Operations area. You will lead the design, installation, and optimisation of new packaging equipment to enhance capacity, efficiency, and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Define the most effective technical solutions for packaging projects in line with business objectives. Develop clear project scopes , ensuring alignment with operational and strategic goals. Manage vendor relationships , including tender processes, selection, and contract negotiations. Control project budgets , ensuring cost-effective implementation of capital investments. Provide regular project updates to site governance teams and key stakeholders. Key Requirements Degree in Engineering or a related scientific discipline . 8-10 years' experience working with high-speed packaging equipment and technologies across multiple pack formats. Expertise in tablet handling/counting, bottling, cartoning, labelling, vial handling, printing, and vision systems . Proven experience in large-scale capital investment projects within a pharmaceutical or healthcare manufacturing environment. The Next Step for you: Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Sarah Mac Mullan from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on 00 353 1 6498546 . Applications are in strict confidence. Next Generation will never share your data outside of our organisation without your prior written consent. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you passionate about sustainability and environmental initiatives? We are currently seeking a Sustainability Assistant to join a leading pet food manufacturer in Naas, Co. Kildare. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to the development and implementation of the company's Sustainability Strategy & Goals, working alongside key stakeholders to make a real impact on environmental practices. Key Responsibilities: Track, analyse, and report on sustainability metrics such as waste, water, energy consumption, and carbon footprint. Support data collection for EcoVadis and other sustainability audits ensuring compliance and timely submission. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for reducing waste, water, and energy use. Engage employees in sustainability initiatives through awareness campaigns and training programs. Contribute to the development and maintenance of sustainability policies in alignment with company goals. Stay informed on emerging sustainability regulations and best practices, integrating them into operations. Design and implement initiatives to promote biodiversity and positive environmental impact. Represent the company as a sustainability ambassador in internal and external presentations. Provide key sustainability data for marketing materials, contributing to the company's corporate strategy. Work closely with customers to enhance sustainability efforts and promote sustainable offerings. What We're Looking For: A third-level qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field. A strong interest in sustainability within the food industry. Ability to collaborate and engage effectively with cross-functional teams. Excellent written and oral communication skills. A proactive and self-motivated approach with a willingness to embrace new challenges. Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and analysis. Ability to think strategically and address sustainability topics relevant to the business. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in sustainability with a leading company in the food industry. If you are driven by sustainability and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! The Next Step for You Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A well-established FMCG organisation in Wexford is seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead and drive the strategic direction of the engineering function. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, innovation, and continuous improvement of the site's engineering capabilities. The successful candidate will oversee capital investment projects, manage engineering budgets, and collaborate with R&D to support process implementation. This role requires a strong technical leader with proven experience at the head-of-function level within a multinational FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Medical Device organisation. Key Responsibilities: Define and implement the strategic direction for the engineering function in alignment with business objectives. Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, ensuring a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets, ensuring investments align with long-term business goals. Oversee site engineering operations, including maintenance, reliability, and technical support. Work closely with R&D teams to implement new processes and technologies that drive innovation and efficiency. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental standards. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation, including Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams. Drive sustainability initiatives and efficiency improvements in line with corporate ESG goals. Key Requirements: Proven experience as Head of Engineering (or equivalent) within a multinational FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Medical Device company. Strong background in engineering leadership, Capex management, and process optimisation . Experience in managing large-scale engineering functions within a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment. Expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement . Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Degree in Engineering or a related discipline; further qualifications in leadership or business management would be an advantage. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior engineering leader to play a key role in shaping the future of a thriving FMCG organisation. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for innovation and operational excellence, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV or reach out for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you passionate about quality assurance and food safety? We are recruiting for a Quality Technician to join a leading food manufacturing company based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic Quality & Technical team, ensuring compliance with customer, third-party, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: Maintain the supplier management process, including audits, risk assessments, and approvals Implement and manage quality standards for raw materials, packaging, and finished products Investigate and resolve customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution Conduct internal audits and participate in external audits (BRC, Dept. of Agriculture, customer audits) Assist in maintaining the quality management system and document control Conduct microbiological, chemical, and physical testing on raw materials and finished products Monitor and report non-conformances, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions Work closely with NPD and production teams to ensure successful product launches Manage shelf-life analysis and quarantined products What We're Looking For: Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field 1+ years' experience in a QA/QC role within a food manufacturing environment Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a growing food company. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented quality professional, we'd love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr
As a Technology Transfer Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in New Product Introduction (NPI) while contributing to the site's evolving technology transfer strategy. You will be a Change Champion, driving innovation, digitization, and new ways of working. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with stakeholders to execute transfer requirements for late-stage clinical and/or Process Performance Qualification (PPQ) programs. Coordinate and implement tasks for new drug substance processes in partnership with both local and international teams. Manage new program introduction schedules to ensure on-time, right-first-time execution. Develop and deliver GMP-compliant documents related to technology transfer, such as risk assessments, change controls, batch records, sampling plans, and Bills of Material. Support process development activities, including facility fits, process descriptions, and process models for continuous and fed-batch manufacturing. Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement to accelerate product launch. Champion Quality, Compliance, and Safety, ensuring adherence to health and environmental guidelines. Utilize strong problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset to drive efficiencies in manufacturing processes. What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum 3 years' experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field. Strong technical knowledge of biologics drug substance manufacturing, including upstream and downstream processes. Understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) and Technology Transfer principles. Familiarity with automation systems such as DeltaV, MES, eVal, and business tools like Power Project and Power BI. Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment, ideally with single-use systems. Exposure to validation processes, including documentation generation and execution. Ability to analyze complex situations and develop practical solutions. Strong collaboration, teamwork, and influencing skills to work effectively with global and cross-functional teams. The Next Step for you: Should this position be of interest to you please submit your CV to Barry O'Mahony from Next Generation Recruitment using the apply button. Applications are in strict confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr
My client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Specialist to join our team. The Quality Specialist provides direct Quality support to a production area as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT). With guidance from the Associate Director of Quality Operations, this role ensures the quality and compliance of manufactured products, adherence to Good Manufacturing and Documentation Practices, and represents quality on the shop floor. The Quality Specialist reviews process documentation and data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with data integrity standards. This individual may also support batch disposition activities, assist in deviation investigations, and spend significant time on the shop floor, providing quality coaching and guidance to ensure documentation is completed correctly the first time and meets regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Review and approve new and updated Master Batch Records / Electronic Batch Records. Ensure accuracy and compliance by reviewing and approving production documentation such as executed electronic batch records and logbooks. Provide quality presence on the shop floor to support compliance and data integrity. Review and approve new and updated SOPs, Work Instructions, and Controlled Job Aides. Actively participate in Tier processes to surface and resolve quality issues. Provide QA support for commissioning and qualification lifecycle documents for capital projects and new equipment. Serve as the Quality SME for Performance Qualification (PQ) activities, including but not limited to Equipment, Facility, and Utility PQ studies, Cleaning Validation, SIP, and Process Validation. Represent the Quality function in cross-functional projects. Support sustaining activities, including Change Management, Deviations, CAPAs, Equipment Requalification, and Periodic Review. Provide support for internal audits and regulatory inspections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Experience & Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of relevant post-degree work experience in GMP Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, or Laboratory environments within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Expertise in Quality Assurance operations and Regulatory agency engagement. Strong leadership, oral, and written communication skills. Deep understanding of cGMPs and regulatory requirements. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate in a team environment. Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering field. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Quality systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or laboratory processes. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to coach and upskill team members. Hands-on experience working on a manufacturing shop floor. Familiarity with GMP documentation review and shop floor auditing. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you an experienced Validation Engineer looking for your next challenge? We are currently hiring an Engineering Specialist (Validation) to join a leading biopharmaceutical company at their state-of-the-art Carlow site. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced cGMP regulatory environment , supporting critical validation activities in sterile manufacturing. About the Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for executing and supporting validation processes across multiple areas, including: Sterilisation - Autoclaves, SIP of vessels Cleaning Validation - Parts Washer and CIP of vessels Isolators - HVAC, VHP, E-Beam, Depyrogenation Controlled Temperature Units (CTU) - Temperature/Humidity Mapping Filter Validation & Container Closure Integrity Validation Key Responsibilities: Author, review, approve, and execute qualification/validation documentation and cycle development studies. Lead change controls and resolve technical issues during study execution. Perform root cause analysis for system failures and drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Act as the validation representative for cross-functional projects and technical forums. Support regulatory audits and ensure compliance with cGMP standards . Provide technical input into investigations and risk assessments. Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to optimize validation processes. What You Need to Succeed: Relevant degree in Applied Pharmaceutical/Biological/Chemical Sciences, Technical/Engineering fields. Proven track record in validation within a GMP manufacturing environment . Experience with thermal mapping, exception/deviation management, and change control . Strong ability to analyze complex data and link findings to equipment performance. Knowledge of automation systems (DeltaV), process monitoring, and operational intelligence systems (Pi System) is advantageous. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills . Why Apply? Work with a leading biopharmaceutical company in an advanced GMP facility. Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance environment . Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth . The Next Step for You Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you an experienced Process Engineer with a strong background in biopharmaceutical manufacturing ? Do you thrive in cross-functional, global environments , working with External Partners to ensure seamless technology transfers and process optimization? Our client, a leading global biopharmaceutical organization , is looking for a Process Engineer to support external manufacturing operations for Large Molecule Vaccines. This is a high-impact role, driving process improvements, ensuring compliance, and optimizing manufacturing processes at external partner sites . Key Responsibilities: Provide technical support for vaccine drug substance and drug product processes at external manufacturing sites. Review manufacturing documents ( batch records, SOPs, protocols ) and support process troubleshooting & investigations . Lead and execute change controls , process risk assessments , and continuous process verification . Support engineering runs, water runs, and process performance qualification (PPQ) . Collaborate with cross-functional teams ( Operations, Quality, Regulatory ) to ensure successful technology transfers . Develop and manage process improvement strategies to optimize manufacturing performance. Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness for commercial manufacturing operations. What We're Looking For: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant Science discipline ( advanced degree preferred ). 2-4 years experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering, or technical operations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills . Ability to travel (>25%) to external manufacturing sites as needed. Why Join? Work with a global leader in vaccines and biologics manufacturing. Collaborate with top industry experts in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Be a key driver in the success of large-scale technology transfers . Career growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving field. The Next Step for You Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120. #J-18808-Ljbffr
