We’re currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning food manufacturing organization based in Wicklow. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• BSc in Food Science or equivalent.
• Extensive experience and a proven track record of product development, preferable from a company working with processed meat, poultry meat alternative or prepared meals
• Significant experience in meat finished product application/ingredient manufacturing/processing.
• Good knowledge of meat industry associated product categories such as process aids and functional ingredients.
• Experience in customer presentations and customer driven technical support.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Effective project management skills.
• Excellent English language skills both written and oral.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player with an ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Attention to detail in reporting and an ability to work to deadlines set.
• Flexibility to travel to customer sites if required.
• Self-motivated and organised.
• Ability to independently plan and execute work to deliver on agreed strategic business plans.
• Proficient in IT software and applications
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: €55,000.00-€65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In perso

• Develop and enhance meat products, focusing on taste, texture, and nutritional value.
• Oversee processing techniques such as curing, smoking, freezing, and packaging.
• Conduct research on new technologies, and methods to enhance product quality.
• Develop, validate, and prepare samples as required for both internal and external customers, ensuring that all products developed are appropriate to the specific application.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, quality assurance, and production, to implement best practices and achieve company objectives.
• Collaborate with sales team to ensure delivery on customer requirements and expectations and identify potential new opportunities.
• Monitors hygiene standards and implement measures to prevent contamination.
• Analyse production processes for efficiency and sustainability improvements.
• Assist the team and customer with technical queries that may arise.
• A strong focus on innovation and quality assurance to deliver safe, high-quality meat products to consumers