Here at Osborne, we are hiring for a Specification Technologist on behalf of one our clients based in Kildare in the food manufacturing industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with previous experience writing food specifications to join a growing technical and innovation-focused team. Reporting to the NPI Compliance Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all customer and internal specifications are completed accurately, on-time and in line with customer codes of practice and food legislation. You will also be an active member of the innovation team, supporting new product introductions into the business.
Ensure all customer specifications are completed accurately and within required timelines
Act as a key technical contact for customers regarding specification-related queries
Liaise with Procurement and Suppliers to ensure all new raw materials comply with customer codes of practice and site requirements
Work closely with internal departments to complete gold-standard customer specifications across multiple technologies
Support the NPD and innovation process to ensure all new products are safe, legal and customer-compliant
Generate Product Information Sheets for new product developments
Calculate nutritional information for new products and amendments, including validation of nutritional claims
Maintain and update internal specification trackers to ensure control and compliance
Assist with the creation and maintenance of raw material and finished product specifications on internal systems
Review and approve labels against product specifications and relevant food legislation
Generate pack copy and manage customer artwork, ensuring full compliance with labelling legislation
Update and approve internal systems (e.g. Insight)
Carry out sensory analysis in-house and support the training of new team members
Attend meetings as required and contribute positively to technical and NPI discussions
Proactively engage in projects aimed at improving and streamlining technical procedures and processes
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
Third-level qualification in Food Science, Culinary Science, Science, or a related discipline
Previous experience writing and managing food specifications is essential
Strong understanding of HACCP principles and food legislative requirements
High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with customers and internal stakeholders
Strong organisational, people and project management skills
Self-motivated, proactive and ability to work on your own initiative
Positive, high-energy team player with a strong track record of meeting deadlines
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles
