Quality Controller

About Meade Potato Company

Meade Potato Company is a family-operated grower, packer, and distributor specializing in premium potatoes, fruits, vegetables, and organic products. Based in Lobinstown, County Meath, Ireland, the company supplies retailers across the country. Situated in the Boyne Valley, Meade collaborates with local, national, and international producers to deliver a comprehensive variety of fresh produce. Additionally, it operates Ireland and the UK's only food-grade potato starch extraction facility serving global customers.

Role Overview

The Quality Controller will partner directly with the Quality Manager to uphold daily Quality Control and HACCP protocols. This role entails inspecting and testing all produce to guarantee top-quality standards for customers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections of produce at intake, repacking, and final product stages.
• Maintain detailed daily records such as intake and dispatch checks, prepare quality reports for suppliers, continuously assess raw material quality, and communicate any issues to production and purchasing teams.
• Ensure strict adherence to HACCP guidelines to secure product safety and process control.
• Maintain compliance with BRC standards and ensure comprehensive traceability for all product lines.
• Verify traceability for each delivery and proactively coordinate with suppliers to obtain necessary traceability documentation ahead of deliveries.
• Support internal audits regularly and ensure the factory complies fully with all health, safety, and quality regulations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Food Science or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory.
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience working with fresh produce is desirable.
• Essential certifications include BRC/IFS Food Safety Certification, HACCP, Bord Bia standards, Food Service and Retailer Codes of Practice, and relevant food manufacturing knowledge.

Key Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Demonstrates self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Develops effective collaborative relationships with other departments.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Exhibits meticulous attention to detail concerning quality standards, traceability, and labeling.
• Shows flexibility to accommodate business needs.