Raw Material Technologist

Drnewitt; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Central Belt, Scotland is seeking an experienced Raw Material Technologist to oversee the validation of new raw materials and manage raw material specifications. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Science, experience in food manufacturing, and strong IT skills. A commitment to food safety and excellent attention to detail are crucial. Standard working hours are 40 per week, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• A third-level qualification in Food Science or relevant subject is advantageous.
• Experience in food manufacturing, preferably with major retail customers.
• Internal Auditor training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee validation of new raw materials and support departmental leadership.
• Manage raw material non-conformances and lead investigations.
• Maintain supplier and raw material information.
• Create and maintain customer specifications.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of relevant IT systems

Fast and accurate typing skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description

Raw Material Technologist

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (site-based)
Hours: Standard working hours are 40 hours per week, typically 8.30 am – 5 pm with a 30‑minute lunch break, Monday – Friday
Competitive salary + benefits

Our client is a market‑leading food manufacturing group seeking an experienced Raw Material Technologist to join their team.

As a technical expert in raw materials, you’ll oversee the validation of all new raw materials and support departmental leadership with raw material specifications. You’ll manage raw material non‑conformances and lead troubleshooting investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and effective, sustainable preventative actions are implemented.

In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Site supplier and raw material approval, ensuring raw materials and suppliers are fully approved before use within the business. Maintenance of supplier and raw material information.

• Maintenance of supply chain information. Ensuring any changes are fully approved and communicated to the business.
• Creating, maintaining and supporting the team on customer specifications in various 3rd‑party systems, ensuring they are accurate and available, both in customers and our own internal systems.
• Supporting with all aspects of document control for the Technical function and other relevant departments within the business.
• Audit Compliance – assisting the Manager as required.
• Timely administration and maintenance of the raw material database, including service suppliers, ensuring integrity and accuracy.
• Creating and maintaining up‑to‑date records in the Quality Attributes System.
• Receipt and administration of Consumer Complaints, as well as maintaining and reporting management information to monitor trends, identify and address recurring issues regularly.
• Maintaining product testing database and various schedules, including nutritional, chemical and other contaminants and preparing results for the review and approval by the Manager.
• Supporting the management and maintenance of the site’s internal audit systems.
• Assisting in threat/vulnerability assessments and horizon scanning as required.
• Closely liaising with several other departments in order to fulfil the role.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required

Desired

• A third‑level qualification (diploma or degree) in Food Science or a relevant subject would be advantageous.
• Experience in a similar role gained in food manufacturing (FMCG), preferably with a major retail customer would be advantageous.
• Internal Auditor training and experience.

Essential

• A good understanding of legislation and business systems is required to ensure food safety for the consumer is met at all times.
• Excellent knowledge and significant experience of relevant IT systems, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fast and accurate typing skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering a high standard of work to deadlines and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication, both verbal and written.
• Take ownership and accountability to achieve the required standards with a positive demeanour

If this interests you, please apply, and I will call you with more information.

About You

You’ll bring a proven track record of working with packaging and raw materials from a technical perspective, ideally supported by a degree (or equivalent qualification) in Food Science, Packaging, or a related field.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can confidently manage their own projects and workload
• Communicates effectively and can influence at all levels of the business
• Has strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach
• Is computer literate with strong written and verbal communication skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established, successful business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch today. I’d love to tell you more!

[e-mail], DM, 0131 226 5060