Product Technologist

nomadfoodsΒ· Research Development and Quality
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πŸ“ Kildare-Naas, IEFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

ROLE PURPOSE:

Provides critical product development support to the delivery of the NPD / EPD program. Conducts practical & administrative tasks eg product prototyping, benchmarking, factory trials, specifications, etc Β involving cross functional interaction, with RDQ colleagues (product & pack) & on-site supply chain and quality teams.

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BUSINESS IMPACT:

Accountable for safe, hygienic, efficient & high quality execution & documentation of a variety of essential product development tasks, including recipe development, product prototyping, factory trials & sensory evaluation, in line with Nomad procedures & defined ways of working.Β  Quality & speed of delivery is critical to key decisions impacting design & time to market.

Responsibilities

Technical Project Delivery

  • High quality product prototypes in line with brief
  • Professionally planned & executed product trials
  • Proactive product development – NPD, renovation & savings
  • Technical project management of straightforward NPD & EPD projects (e.g. a new variant) in accordance with the agreed procedures to ensure successful and timely delivery of the projects

Product Benchmarking

  • Constant awareness of competitor activity
  • Regular review of competitor products
  • Routes proposed for maintaining competitive advantage

Data analysis & reporting

  • Accurate reporting of experimental & trial data
  • Accurate documentation of competitor data
  • Specifications correct & approved first time
  • Ability to summarise & draw conclusions from technical data

Safe & Hygienic Working

  • Well maintained team development infrastructure (fabric, equipment, ingredient stocks, reference samples etc.)
  • A professional and hygienic food handling environment, including any role in H&S or GMP/GHP as requested

Development of self & others

  • Curious mindset
  • Cross-fertilization of knowledge with colleagues in R&D
  • Embraced company values
  • Proactive self-development

Cross-functional collaboration

  • Strong relationships with colleagues in R&D & other functions (MU’s, SU’s, FSQR, Procurement & Marketing)

Qualifications

  • Relevant Food Science / Technical / Culinary / Engineering qualification or proven experience of food development
  • Driving licence
  • Passport

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Product Technologist position at nomadfoods?
The salary for this Product Technologist role at nomadfoods is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Product Technologist position at nomadfoods located?
This Product Technologist role at nomadfoods is based in Kildare-Naas, IE. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Product Technologist role at nomadfoods full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Product Technologist role in the Research Development and Quality department at nomadfoods.
Which team or department does the Product Technologist at nomadfoods belong to?
This Product Technologist position is part of the Research Development and Quality department at nomadfoods. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Product Technologist position at nomadfoods?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to nomadfoods's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Product Technologist job at nomadfoods posted?
This Product Technologist position at nomadfoods was posted on May 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible β€” early applications are often reviewed first.
Product Technologist
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