Requisition ID 63379 Position Type FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement LI-Onsite About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. About the role The position is accountable for overseeing the control and release of raw materials, semi‑finished items, and finished products in line with site quality management systems and customer requirements. It involves carrying out product evaluations through sensory checks, QC testing, microbiological and chemical examinations, managing retained samples, and reviewing historical data to identify any quality drift. The role also includes maintaining daily GMP compliance within the laboratory, escalating non‑conformances appropriately, and ensuring laboratory safety through accurate incident reporting and correct waste disposal. This is a permanent, full‑time contract, based on site in Runcorn, working five days a week on rotating shifts one week on early shift (Mon–Thu 530 am–130 pm, Fri 530 am–1230 pm) and the following week on late shift (Mon–Thu 115 pm–915 pm, Fri 1215 pm–715 pm). Key responsibilities Carry out product evaluations, including sensory checks, QC testing, and microbiological and chemical examinations. Manage retained samples and review historical data to identify trends or potential quality drift. Maintain daily GMP compliance within the laboratory environment. Escalate non‑conformances promptly and contribute to investigations to establish root causes. Uphold laboratory safety standards, including accurate incident reporting and correct waste disposal. Use data‑focused judgement to contribute to continuous improvement activities. Work with cross‑functional teams to address quality issues and maintain product integrity. Qualifications and skills Practical experience in a food manufacturing laboratory or similar quality‑focused environment. Qualifications in food science, HACCP, microbiology, or safety management are desirable. Familiarity with food safety standards and quality systems. Proficiency with MS Office applications and experience using SAP QM or similar systems. Strong written communication, numerical accuracy, and critical‑thinking capability. Ability to review and interpret data to reach sound conclusions. High attention to detail and effective time management. Clear communication and the ability to work with others across functions. Self‑motivation, adaptability, and the capacity to work under pressure. Strength in problem‑solving and contributing to ongoing improvement. What we offer 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Matched pension scheme Access to our employee development platform and Udemy learning resources Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback at major retailers A collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for career growth 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. 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. 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. Recruiter LI-MU1 Posting Type LI