Vickerstock are excited to be working in partnership with a fast-growing, innovative FMCG manufacturer based in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, with the appointment of Senior NPD Technologist to join the wider NPD & Innovation team. You will be part of an energetic and passionate team, where hard work and commitment are recognised and rewarded.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building structure, driving performance and delivering results.
The attractive bit:
- €40,000 – €55,000 depending on experience
- 20 Days Annual Leave
- Company Pension (after probation)
- Career development/training Opportunities
- Hours: Monday-Friday
What your day to day will look like:
- Develop and formulate innovative beverage and powder products for the sports nutrition and health & wellness markets.
- Manage products through the full development lifecycle, from concept and laboratory trials to factory scale-up and commercial launch.
- Conduct product validation, including microbiological testing, shelf-life studies, stability assessments and risk analysis.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality and Procurement teams to ensure products are robust, compliant and suitable for commercial manufacture.
- Support factory trials, troubleshoot technical issues and drive continuous product improvements.
- Prepare and maintain product specifications, technical documentation and development records.
- Contribute to HACCP reviews, raw material assessments and change control activities.
- Monitor industry trends, customer needs and regulatory developments to support product innovation.
- Respond to technical queries and support cross-functional projects as required.
- Maintain laboratory standards, equipment and good laboratory practices.
What you will need to succeed:
- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related scientific discipline.
- At least 3 years’ experience in food, beverage or nutritional supplement product development within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience formulating beverage and/or powder products.
- Good understanding of product validation, microbiological risk assessment and shelf-life studies.
- Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and quality management systems.
- Experience supporting factory trials and resolving technical manufacturing issues.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- A proactive team player who can also work independently.
Get in touch: Sound like the career move you’ve been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on T , or send an updated CV – in Word format – via the link on the page (or email).
If this opportunity doesn’t quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let’s get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.
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Skills:npd innovation technical food
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