To support the development and launch of innovative food products from concept to commercialisation. Reporting to the Culinary Innovation Manager, you will support the effective management of critical paths that drive the development and launch of innovative food products from concept through to commercialisation. The role plays a key part in coordinating trials, maintaining accurate documentation, and enabling cross‑functional collaboration with Procurement, Production, Quality, R&D, and the Culinary Innovation Team to ensure projects progress efficiently and successfully. Responsibilities Complete finished product specifications and approve artwork in line with critical paths to ensure successful product launches. Support NPD/NPI projects from concept to launch, including managing and leading cross‑functional Critical Path meetings (minutes, actions, accountability). Assist with all aspects of product development from initial concept through to launch, ensuring alignment with company and customer requirements. Collaborate closely with Procurement to identify and source new ingredients and packaging. Work with R&D, Production, Quality, and the Culinary Innovation Manager to ensure products meet customer expectations. Support scale‑up of product formulations and manufacturing processes. Conduct factory trials and testing, including sensory, texture, stability, and transit trials, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting. Coordinate and manage samples for validation (shelf‑life testing, sensory panels, nutritional submissions, cooking instruction validation). Maintain trial materials and development kitchen to GMP and food safety standards (FSAI, HACCP). Troubleshoot production issues and recommend process optimisations. Document and communicate product specifications, formulation changes, recipes, and packaging requirements. Complete customer QAS and ensure all customer policies and internal standards are adhered to. Oversee product costing in conjunction with the Culinary Innovation Manager. Ensure sufficient product and materials for visits, presentations, and sampling. Prepare and cook products for internal and customer sampling. Support and participate in customer site visits, external presentations, and supplier visits as required. Liaise with suppliers and Procurement to source raw materials needed for development and trials. Deliver against agreed product development and innovation KPIs. Work collaboratively with a cross‑function team to achieve on‑time product launches. Requirements Food related degree and/or a minimum of 2 years Product Development experience in the food industry Excellent communicator with strong enthusiasm, drive, and a commitment to achieving targets and continuous improvement within a cross‑functional team. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail. Possesses excellent organisational abilities, with the capacity to plan effectively and manage competing workloads. Confident in representing the company and its values from an NPD perspective, building and maintaining positive relationships at all levels. A genuine passion for food and a strong alignment with our “Foodie” value Full clean driving license #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mallonfoods is looking for a Product Development Specialist in Ireland. This role supports the development and launch of innovative food products, collaborating with various departments to ensure success. Applicants need a food-related degree and at least 2 years of industry experience. Duties include managing product specifications, supporting trials, and ensuring alignment with customer needs. A passion for food and strong analytical skills are essential for this position. A full clean driving license is also required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food production company located in Monaghan is looking for motivated individuals to join their production team. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive pay starting at €14.25 per hour, increasing after a probationary period. Employees are expected to produce quality products, adhere to safety standards, and maintain cleanliness. The company promotes an employee-centric culture with benefits like a bike-to-work scheme and regular wellbeing events. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Opportunity to work in a state of the art production facility and join the team in an exciting period of growth. Hours of Work Hours of Work: 40 Hours per Week Day Shift core hours 08:15 to 16:45 - however flexibility is required to stay until production is finished when past this time. Monday - Friday (Weekends are expected during peak trading times to meet business needs) Benefits COMPETITIVE PAY RATES - €14.25 starting rate moving to €15 after probationary period BIKE TO WORK SCHEME FREE CAR PARKING PENSION SCHEME ATTENDANCE BONUS - (100 euro per each half of the year, one payment made December) BRAND NEW CANTEEN FREE FRUIT FRIDAY (Monthly) CARRY OVER MAXIMUM OF 5 ANNUAL LEAVE (special circumstances) WELLBEING EVENTS - Regular raffles, prizes and fun OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SUPPORT CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - Charities/ bee garden/ food donations ORIGIN GREEN COMPANY DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - we invest in our people through structured training and continuous development programmes FRIENDLY, SAFE, STABLE WORKING ENVIRONMENT EMPLOYEE VOICE LISTENED TO AND MORE IMPORTANTLY HEARD - employee forum PEOPLE CENTRIC CULTURE - monthly values awards Purpose of the job To work as part of Production Team, to produce and present the finished product in accordance with our end product specification. To ensure supply to customers of product of high quality which is both safe and meets legal standards. Adhere to Company rules and must take responsibility for their individual tasks. Main area of responsibility To carry out procedures as listed in the company “Standard Operating Manual”. To ensure your work place is clean. Comply with HACCP regulations. Ensure you are dressed according to the uniform code Faultless personal hygiene. To adhere to all Company rules and policies. Be flexible in your position be prepared to transfer to other duties within the business unit as and when require. Your tasks will require manual handling of product, repetitive work, working in chilled conditions and standing for long periods of time. Job Type Permanent Hourly: €14.25 per hour increasing to €15 after successful completion of probationary period. #J-18808-Ljbffr
