About Your New Employer
- Join a well-established laboratory business with over 25 years of experience supporting clients across pharmaceutical, medical device, food, and environmental sectors.
- Be part of a close-knit team of approximately 40 employees, offering a highly collaborative and supportive working environment where individuals can make a real impact.
- The opportunity has arisen due to the retirement of the current Quality Manager, offering a stable long-term position with a structured transition period.
- Lead and support a small team with two direct reports, providing a manageable leadership structure with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.
About Your New Job
As the Quality Manager, you will:
- Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, INAB, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Oversee quality assurance activities within microbiology and chemistry labs, ensuring ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.
- Manage internal and external audits, document control, CAPA, risk assessments, and quality KPI reporting.
- Participate as a key member of the site leadership team, contributing to business strategy, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
- Act as the primary quality contact for clients and regulatory bodies, supporting audit follow-ups and fostering quality-driven relationships.
What Skills You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline (Master’s preferred).
- At least 5 years’ experience in laboratory quality assurance, including a minimum of 2 years in a quality leadership position.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025, 9001, INAB, and relevant regulatory guidelines (FDA, EPA, etc.).
- Proven experience managing audits, maintaining QMS, and leading quality investigations.
- Exceptional organisational skills, analytical mindset, and the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships.
- Experience in food or environmental testing laboratories is highly desirable.
What's on Offer
- Monday to Friday role with standard working hours of 8:30am–5:00pm, with flexibility available.
- Competitive salary package of €75,000–€85,000, with scope for movement for the right candidate.
- Annual performance bonus of 10%.
- Pension scheme and private healthcare package.
- Visa sponsorship available for suitable international candidates.
What’s Next
Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now” button, or feel free to contact Patricia directly on +353 21 235 9142 to discuss the role in more detail.
If this position isn’t quite the right fit but you’re open to similar opportunities within Quality, Laboratory, or Quality Management environments, don’t hesitate to get in touch for a confidential chat.
