Our client is a speciality
Irish-owned food manufacturer
, producing high-quality dessert products enjoyed by an expanding customer base across multiple international markets. This is an opportunity to join the Technical team on a
12-month fixed-term contract
. as a
Specifications Technologist
This role is based onsite in South West Dublin.
This is a great chance for a detail-driven food professional to work in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment supplying major retail and foodservice customers.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The customer specification technologist will be responsible for specification generation, reviewing of artwork/labels etc. against specification detail and helping to ensure that compliance is maintained and meeting legislative requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Customer Specifications: Prepare and manage customer product specifications for retailers, food service and internal factory specifications with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.
· Completion / Approval of new line forms, raw material, internal and external customer specifications as requested i.e. food service & major retailers in Ireland and internationally
* Request and check raw material specs and associated documents and maintenance of the Supplier Approved list. ·
* Liaising with technical requests internally and externally from all departments (Sales, NPD, Quality & Sourcing) including customers.
· Ensure product information meets with legislative requirements as well as internal and external policies. ·
-Review and manage artwork, packaging and foods labels to ensure compliance against internal and external specifications. ·
-Documentation Support: Ensure all necessary documentation, such as artwork and certifications, is properly attached and up to date and managed. ·
-Project managing new upcoming products from NPI to artwork/ label sign off.
· Provide support where appropriate within the team and externally to meet the needs of the business and the customer.
· Involvement in product packaging designs, NPD/innovation processes for new products and creation of new recipes.
· Assist with internal and retail customer audits as well as regulatory body audits such as BRC (AA+), HSE and FDA.
THE PERSON
· Education: degree in a relevant field such as science, food technology, or similar.
· Food legislation, labelling and quality standards (HACCP, BRC, Internal Audit skills preferred)
· Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data management tools is essential.
· Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
· Attitude: Eagerness to learn, ability to work well within a team and on own initiative with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
· Driven, self-motivated and detail orientated.