Raw Material Technologist

Taiko; Acton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprentice program

Private Medical Cash Plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Discretionary Life Assurance

Discretionary Income Protection

50% off food

Retail, cinema & gym discounts

Sustainability initiatives

Annual Awards Trip to Japan

Job summary

Taiko is seeking a reliable Raw Material Technologist to join our team in the UK. In this role you will manage supplier databases, review raw material specifications, and ensure compliance with HACCP, CCPs and BRCGS standards to maintain high food safety culture.

You will collaborate with suppliers and internal departments, supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement across the site, while upholding health and safety and GMP practices.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of food safety requirements and GMP practices.
• Experience reviewing and maintaining raw material specifications.
• Ability to communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to uphold quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the supplier database ensuring BRCGS standards.
• Review, approve and maintain raw material specifications ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain raw materials log, supplier assurance records and ETI Base Code information.
• Coordinate actions related to Supplier Non-Conformances (SNCs) and ensure corrective actions.
• Manage supplier review and monitoring processes and relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Support compliance with Health & Safety, GMP, HACCP, CCP and BRCGS requirements.
• Promote a strong food safety culture across the site.
• Communicate with colleagues and management, reporting issues and offering support.

Skills

Food safety

GMP

Supplier coordination

Tools

HACCP knowledge

BRCGS knowledge

Job description

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.

We’re looking for a reliable and detail-focused Raw Material Technologist with a good understanding of food safety, GMP and technical standards. You’ll be confident working with suppliers, specifications and technical documentation, with strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across the business. A good understanding of HACCP, CCPs, BRCGS and food safety requirements is essential, along with a proactive approach to maintaining high standards. You’ll need to be organised, flexible and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities while supporting a strong food safety culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the supplier database, ensuring suppliers meet BRCGS standards, customer requirements and relevant technical approval criteria.
• Review, approve and maintain raw material specifications, ensuring all information is accurate, compliant and up to date.
• Maintain the raw materials log, supplier assurance records and ETI Base Code information.
• Raise, issue and coordinate actions relating to Supplier Non-Conformances (SNCs), ensuring corrective actions are followed through effectively.
• Manage supplier review and monitoring processes, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support compliance with Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, GMP, HACCP, CCP and BRCGS requirements, ensuring standards are implemented consistently.
• Maintain and promote a strong food safety culture, working closely with colleagues and departments to address issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, suppliers and management, reporting daily issues and providing support across the Technical Department as required.

We're proud to offer:

• Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
• Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
• Discretionary Life Assurance
• Discretionary Income Protection
• Private Medical Cash Plan
• Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
• 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
• Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
• Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan.

About us:

Come roll with us and be part of something big. Celebrate global success across:

• Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento)
• Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre
• 63 YO! restaurants
• 3700 locations globally From Hawaii to Aberdeen

Our Values

• Own it, Care About it, Make it Exceptional, Win Together

Ready to Roll?

Come roll with us and play a key role by bringing people together to celebrate better food for everyone the Japanese way...