Specification Technologist / Internal Auditor
Are you passionate about food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance? We're looking for a Specification Technologist/Internal Auditor on behalf of one of our clients, based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals in a fast-paced, innovative food manufacturing environment.
As a Specification Technologist/Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of product specifications and maintaining compliance with both internal and external food safety and quality standards. You'll contribute to product development, support internal and supplier audits, and ensure that all documentation and labelling meet regulatory and customer expectations.
You will be part of a close-knit team of four and report to a Senior Specification Technologist.
Location: Naas, Co. Kildare
Salary: €35,000 – €38,000 (depending on experience)
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 08:30 – 17:00
Hybrid Working: Hybrid possibility after probation
Key Responsibilities:
Create, update, and maintain product specifications in line with company and legal requirements
Verify that raw materials and finished products meet defined quality and safety standards
Conduct internal audits and support external audits to maintain compliance with BRC, retailer, and legislative requirements
Work cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance across departments
Review and approve artwork and packaging to ensure alignment with labelling regulations
Support the assessment and auditing of suppliers to ensure product quality and safety
Keep up to date with relevant legislation and food industry standards across the UK and Ireland
Assist in the launch of new or revised products by ensuring documentation and specifications are audit-ready
Contribute to risk assessments and food safety system improvements
Participate in continuous improvement projects relating to product quality and safety
Qualifications & Experience:
A degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline is required
Minimum 1 year's experience in the food industry, ideally in a quality, specification, or auditing role
Solid understanding of food labelling legislation and regulatory requirements (Ireland/UK)
Hands-on experience with food retailer specification systems (e.g., Tesco, M&S, Aldi, Lidl)
Familiarity with food safety systems (BRC, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000) and auditing standards
Experience conducting internal audits (desirable)
Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety management principles
Excellent attention to detail, communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with food testing methods and risk management tools such as FMEA is a plus
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
#INDOSB1
#INDNSINNOT