Food Technologist
My client, a highly successful Irish food retailer, is seeking a Food Technologist. The successful candidate will join a dynamic own brand team developing food and non-food products across a wide range of categories, including leading retail brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and sustainability. Hybrid.
Package
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile/Hybrid working model
Responsibilities of this Food Technologist role include:
- Working closely with suppliers to ensure all own-brand products meet agreed specifications and quality standards for both product and packaging.
- Ensuring all products consistently deliver for the consumer while meeting agreed technical and quality standards.
- Ensuring full compliance with legislation and internal policies throughout all stages of product development.
- Managing and maintaining online product specifications (e.g. specification systems such as Zoom) to ensure all products are fully approved before launch.
- Following the stage gate process to deliver efficient, structured product development.
- Conducting regular market bench marking to identify opportunities for product or process improvements.
- Supporting suppliers and product developers to implement best-in-class sustainable packaging solutions in line with environmental targets.
- Liaising with design teams to review and approve packaging artwork and on-pack information.
- Working closely with sourcing teams to approve supplier bases for new and existing products.
- Maintaining close communication with the Quality department regarding supplier audits and managing any technical issues effectively.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal cross-functional teams.
- Understanding business priorities and contributing to delivering quality products at the lowest possible cost.
Requirements for this Food Technologist role include:
- Third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or a similar relevant discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the FMCG sector/food manufacturing environment in a transferable role such as Development, Quality, or Technical.
- Experience completing retailer specifications using computerised systems.
- Strong knowledge and experience of legal labelling and label approvals.
- Understanding of quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and allergen control.
- Strong project management, organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for food and market trends.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, only suitable applicants will be contacted.
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Food Technologist
My client, a highly successful Irish food retailer, is seeking a Food Technologist. The successful candidate will join a dynamic own brand team developing food and non-food products across a wide range of categories, including leading retail brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and sustainability. Hybrid.
Package
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile/Hybrid working model
Responsibilities of this Food Technologist role include:
- Working closely with suppliers to ensure all own-brand products meet agreed specifications and quality standards for both product and packaging.
- Ensuring all products consistently deliver for the consumer while meeting agreed technical and quality standards.
- Ensuring full compliance with legislation and internal policies throughout all stages of product development.
- Managing and maintaining online product specifications (e.g. specification systems such as Zoom) to ensure all products are fully approved before launch.
- Following the stage gate process to deliver efficient, structured product development.
- Conducting regular market benchmarking to identify opportunities for product or process improvements.
- Supporting suppliers and product developers to implement best-in-class sustainable packaging solutions in line with environmental targets.
- Liaising with design teams to review and approve packaging artwork and on-pack information.
- Working closely with sourcing teams to approve supplier bases for new and existing products.
- Maintaining close communication with the Quality department regarding supplier audits and managing any technical issues effectively.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal cross-functional teams.
- Understanding business priorities and contributing to delivering quality products at the lowest possible cost.
Requirements for this Food Technologist role include:
- Third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or a similar relevant discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the FMCG sector/food manufacturing environment in a transferable role such as Development, Quality, or Technical.
- Experience completing retailer specifications using computerised systems.
- Strong knowledge and experience of legal labelling and label approvals.
- Understanding of quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and allergen control.
- Strong project management, organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for food and market trends.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, only suitable applicants will be contacted.
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Food Technologist
My client, a highly successful Irish food retailer, is seeking a Food Technologist. The successful candidate will join a dynamic own brand team developing food and non-food products across a wide range of categories, including leading retail brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and sustainability. Hybrid.
Package
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile/Hybrid working model
Responsibilities of this Food Technologist role include:
- Working closely with suppliers to ensure all own-brand products meet agreed specifications and quality standards for both product and packaging.
- Ensuring all products consistently deliver for the consumer while meeting agreed technical and quality standards.
- Ensuring full compliance with legislation and internal policies throughout all stages of product development.
- Managing and maintaining online product specifications (e.g. specification systems such as Zoom) to ensure all products are fully approved before launch.
- Following the stage gate process to deliver efficient, structured product development.
- Conducting regular market benchmarking to identify opportunities for product or process improvements.
- Supporting suppliers and product developers to implement best-in-class sustainable packaging solutions in line with environmental targets.
- Liaising with design teams to review and approve packaging artwork and on-pack information.
- Working closely with sourcing teams to approve supplier bases for new and existing products.
- Maintaining close communication with the Quality department regarding supplier audits and managing any technical issues effectively.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal cross-functional teams.
- Understanding business priorities and contributing to delivering quality products at the lowest possible cost.
Requirements for this Food Technologist role include:
- Third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or a similar relevant discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the FMCG sector/food manufacturing environment in a transferable role such as Development, Quality, or Technical.
- Experience completing retailer specifications using computerised systems.
- Strong knowledge and experience of legal labelling and label approvals.
- Understanding of quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and allergen control.
- Strong project management, organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for food and market trends.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, only suitable applicants will be contacted.
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Food Technologist
My client, a highly successful Irish food retailer, is seeking a Food Technologist. The successful candidate will join a dynamic own brand team developing food and non-food products across a wide range of categories, including leading retail brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and sustainability. Hybrid, Cork-based.
Package
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile/Hybrid working model
Responsibilities of this Food Technologist role include:
- Working closely with suppliers to ensure all own-brand products meet agreed specifications and quality standards for both product and packaging.
- Ensuring all products consistently deliver for the consumer while meeting agreed technical and quality standards.
- Ensuring full compliance with legislation and internal policies throughout all stages of product development.
- Managing and maintaining online product specifications (e.g. specification systems such as Zoom) to ensure all products are fully approved before launch.
- Following the stage gate process to deliver efficient, structured product development.
- Conducting regular market benchmarking to identify opportunities for product or process improvements.
- Supporting suppliers and product developers to implement best-in-class sustainable packaging solutions in line with environmental targets.
- Liaising with design teams to review and approve packaging artwork and on-pack information.
- Working closely with sourcing teams to approve supplier bases for new and existing products.
- Maintaining close communication with the Quality department regarding supplier audits and managing any technical issues effectively.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal cross-functional teams.
- Understanding business priorities and contributing to delivering quality products at the lowest possible cost.
Requirements for this Food Technologist role include:
- Third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or a similar relevant discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the FMCG sector/food manufacturing environment in a transferable role such as Development, Quality, or Technical.
- Experience completing retailer specifications using computerised systems.
- Strong knowledge and experience of legal labelling and label approvals.
- Understanding of quality systems such as BRC, HACCP, and allergen control.
- Strong project management, organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for food and market trends.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, only suitable applicants will be contacted.
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Food Safety Manager – North Dublin
Excel Recruitment is thrilled to announce we are seeking a Food Safety Manager for our client’s production kitchen based in North Dublin.
Our client has enjoyed great success the past year and is looking to add a passionate foodie with a keen eye for detail to their ever-growing team.
As Food Safety Manager you will be tasked with ensuring all food safety & hygiene requirements are maintained throughout the entire production process and all records are updated correctly.
A competitive salary package is on offer to the right candidate
Responsibilities of this job include:
- Ensure food safety, health & safety & hygiene requirements are implemented & maintained at all times
- To manage the production in line with food safety standards in an efficient & effective manner
- Oversee & manage costs within our control to maximise business margins
- Implement food safety & quality initiatives
Requirements for this job include:
- Previous experience at Management level in a food production business
- Experience in managing a large team
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Experience in managing and producing in a high volume/ business
- Experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements in an 853/2004 establishment
If you are interested in this Food Safety Manager job or any other job opportunities on the Excel Recruitment website then please apply via the link.
Please Contact: Scott Long 01 871 7654
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QA Product Inspector
My client, a hugely popular fashion retailer is seeking an analytical and passionate QA Product Inspector to join their global QA team. You will be a crucial link in their end-to-end quality process to ensure the customer receives legally compliance, safe and quality products. This role is based in their UK depot in Leicestershire.
Package
- Salary £29-£32k doe
- 27 days annual leave
- Career progression opportunities
- Monday – Friday working hours
Responsibilities of this QA Product Inspector job include:
- Responsible and accountable for inspection and reporting on inbound product from key sourcing markets, suppliers or for key business programmes/projects.
- Assess product against the data systems to ensure the product is legally correct before sending out to stores.
- Inspect, and where required, separate substandard product.
- Report using in house systems to ensure all inspections are recorded, reported and can be data mined.
- Analyse the inspection result to determine if the stock passes the quality inspection procedure.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with all QA colleagues and key stakeholder partners inside and outside of the business.
- Understand, support, and deliver the company’s quality strategy.
Requirements of this QA Product Inspector job include:
- Ideally you will have 1-2 years’ experience in inspecting consumer products or working within a quality function.
- Previous QA experience – warehouse or retail
- Ability to flag issues and make improvement suggestions relating to the day-to-day tasks undertaken.
- Strong communicator, both verbal and written.
- Excellent attention to detail to ensure the data you report is detailed and accurate.
- Happy working towards deadlines.
- Good computer skills.
- Good analytical skills, good problem solver.
- Passionate about the quality our products.
- Knowledge of basic rework tasks.
- Qualification in textile, apparel, or consumer product fields.
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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