Specifications Technologist

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading food manufacturing business to recruit a Specifications Technologist to join their growing technical and NPD function. located in North Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-driven food professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, engaging with customers, and playing a key role in bringing products from concept through to launch.

As Specifications Technologist, you will act as a key link between internal teams and Own Label customers, ensuring product specifications are accurate, compliant, and delivered within agreed timeline.

In return you will receive

• Competitive salary
• Annual company bonus
• 20 days annual leave
• Free meals on site
• Continuous career development
• Bike to work scheme
• Retail discount card

Key duties

• Manage product concepts from initial brief through to successful launch
• Liaise directly with Own Label customers to gather project and specification requirements
• Support completion of development briefs alongside the Development Chef
• Ensure all product specifications are accurate, detailed, and fully compliant
• Maintain and update specification documentation across all departments
• Present project updates and respond to customer queries professionally
• Actively participate in the HACCP team and food safety activities
• Collaborate with NPD, Production, Quality, and Packaging teams to ensure alignment
• Ensure products meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements

What you will need to succeed

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline (preferred)
• HACCP certification essential
• 2-3 years' experience in specifications, technical, or quality roles within food manufacturing
• Experience working with customer specifications and cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of product development processes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• High attention to detail with strong organisational ability
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

What to do next

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential discussion about your next move within the food manufacturing sector, please apply with your CV or contact Anna at Vickerstock for more information.