Site Quality Lead - FTC

Requisition ID: 33842 

Why You Should Join Us
For over two centuries, Molson Coors has been bringing people together over a cold beer, but today, our modern portfolio of award-winning brands extends beyond beer to meet the evolving tastes and preferences of our consumers.
With a presence in over 100 countries and a team of 16,000 talented employees globally, we take pride in our traditions, brands and the role we play in uniting people to celebrate all life’s moments. 
As one of the world’s leading beverage companies, we are passionate about promoting responsible drinking and creating a sustainable future.
In addition to popular favourites like Coors, Carling and Doom Bar, our beverage portfolio includes Aspall, Rekorderlig, Staropramen, Madrí Excepcional and Blue Moon. We also have an expanding and evolving premium spirits range that include Black Cow Vodka, Bandero Tequila and Tarquins Gin. 
As a People First organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working options. 
 

Your Purpose

We are recruiting for a Site Quality Lead on a 12-month FTC at our Franciscan Well Brewery in Cork. 
Franciscan Well is the Irish craft brewery that creates delicious, balanced beers to enjoy. That was the mantra of our founder Shane Long when he kicked off the journey in 1998, and it’s still what guides us today.
He was inspired by our home in Cork and we continue to be every day - a vibrant community that’s open to all, connecting people through its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant culture.
Franciscan Well. Brewed in Cork. Enjoyed All Over.
 

You will be responsible for the implementation of quality and food safety compliance standards across the site, to uphold the quality of our beers including Chieftain IPA, Rebel Red, Well Hazy, Shandon Stout and Docklands Series, and will ensure site compliance through a ‘One Way’ governance process, adhering to the Global Craft Quality Management System (QAKE).
You will take primary responsibility for the delivery of Sensory, Analytical & Micro analysis through the Management of the on-site QA Laboratory, and will be responsible for identifying areas for improvement, building capability and establishing a quality culture across the site and within the brewery operational teams. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Quality & Food Safety (Q&FS) programs, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulatory requirements, acting as a Subject Matter Expert and advocating for Q&FS on site. 
• Collaborate with the Site Leadership Team to ensure teams are effectively trained and capable to sustainably deliver quality, including training on Food Hygiene, HACCP, Audit and QAKE.
• Drive year-on-year improvement in Quality KPIs, assist operational teams in root cause analysis and identify the correct QFS Pillar tools to improve Quality results, promoting a Right First-Time culture and reducing quality-related loss and waste.
• Work as a Proactive member of the Site Leadership Team, ensuring the Site Masterplan and priorities reflect a Zero Harm approach.
• Support the development of SOP's which focus on meeting Quality Standards and delivering Food Safe Products. Agree and schedule audits across the region and monitor progress against corrective actions.
• Work with the Western Europe Supply Chain Excellence Team to develop and revise compliance standards and support trial approval process and risk assessments for new process changes and new product introductions.

About You

• Proven experience within a quality and/or food safety based role.
• Certified Quality Auditor Qualification, and experience in conducting site audits and coaching teams on remedial action and strategies.
• HACCP Level 3 Qualification and/or CIEH Level 3 Food Safety in Manufacturing.
• Good knowledge of BRC - Food Safety Standard.
• Skilled at building relationships, with the ability to influence stakeholders of varying levels.

You may not meet all the criteria for the role, but don't let that stop you from applying. We all need to learn and develop and we can help you do this here at Molson Coors. 

About Us

• We’re one of the UK’s Most Attractive Employers winning the Top Employer award for the last 12 years.
• Equal Parent Leave - as much or as little as you wish of 52 weeks parent leave, with 26 weeks at full pay irrespective of gender or path to parenthood. 
• Flexible work programmes to ensure a work life balance is maintained such as our market leading Moments That Matter for significant moments in your life.
• Commitment to the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people reflective of our People First value. 
• We’re committed to raising industry standards and leaving a positive imprint on our employees, consumers, communities and the environment which is reflected in Our Beer Print and our 2025 sustainability targets.

Molson Coors Beverage Company: Building Careers
Molson Coors Beverage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. 

Our aim to build a skilled and highly engaged workforce that unites around our shared values and reflects our diverse marketplace; and foster a workplace where all employees’ unique talents, skills and perspectives are valued and leveraged – where all people feel that we are #BetterWithYou. This makes our talent strategy simple – we want the best talent in all our roles, regardless of their background. 

We are Disability Confident Committed. If you require any additional assistance or adjustments in advance of, or during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at careers@molsoncoors.com.

We want you to succeed and will be happy to support you.