Raw Material Technologist, Raw Material Technologist

Pilgrim's Europe; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Raw Material Technologist in Craigavon to help maintain specifications and QA compliance across raw materials and packaging. You will verify on-pack claims and ensure certifications are current, while supporting suppliers with specification systems.

The role requires a food-related qualification or relevant experience in technical, QA, compliance, or food manufacturing, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Food-related qualification or experience in a Technical, QA, Compliance, or Food Manufacturing role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and maintain raw material specifications.
• Ensure supplier certifications and compliance documents remain current.
• Complete raw material and packaging risk assessments.
• Verify on-pack claims including Organic, Vegan, RSPO, Animal Welfare, and PDO certifications.
• Support suppliers with specification systems and compliance requirements.
• Manage SAP raw material codes and specification updates.
• Act as the key contact for supplier and raw material queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Technical QA experience

Education

Food-related qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

Internal systems

Job description

Raw Material Technologist - Craigavon

Are you looking for your next opportunity in Food Technology, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, or Regulatory Affairs?

Key Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and maintain raw material specifications.
• Ensure supplier certifications and compliance documents remain current.
• Complete raw material and packaging risk assessments.
• Verify on-pack claims including Organic, Vegan, RSPO, Animal Welfare, and PDO certifications.
• Support suppliers with specification systems and compliance requirements.
• Manage SAP raw material codes and specification updates.
• Act as the key contact for supplier and raw material queries.

About You

• Food-related qualification or experience in a Technical, QA, Compliance, or Food Manufacturing role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Comfortable using Excel, Word, and internal systems.

Desirable

• Experience writing product or raw material specifications.
• Knowledge of food legislation and retailer requirements.
• Experience with customer specification systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced food manufacturing business and develop your career in Food Technology, Compliance, Specifications, and Raw Material Management.