Supplier Approval Technologist

Vickerstock; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Supplier Approval Technologist for a client in Dungannon. This role is ideal for recent food graduates and involves managing supplier approvals, ensuring food safety compliance, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or Technology, and experience in QA roles is preferred. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, VACCP/TACCP.
• Experience in a technical or QA role within the food manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full supplier approval process for ingredients and packaging.
• Review and maintain supplier documentation.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Understanding of food safety

Education

Degree in Food Science or Food Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality management systems

Job description

Vickerstock are excited to be working in partnership with our dynamic agri-food client in their search for a Supplier Approval Technologist for their site based in Dungannon.

Reporting to the Technical Manager you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of all raw materials, ingredients and packaging used in the
products.

This is a great opportunity for recent food graduates to begin their career in the food manufacturing industry and be part of a supportive technical team, gaining hands on experience with supplier management, food safety systems and regulatory compliance.

What your day to day will look like:

• Manage the full supplier approval process for ingredients, packaging, and services, including risk assessments, specifications, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Review and maintain supplier documentation (e.g. HACCP, BRC, ISO, allergen controls, COAs) and ensure the Approved Supplier List is up to date and audit ready.
• Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and NPD teams to onboard new suppliers and support product development initiatives.
• Lead investigations into supplier non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) as needed.
• Support audits and customer visits, complete technical questionnaires, and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer-specific standards.

What you will need to succeed:

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, VACCP/TACCP
• Experience in a technical or QA role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management systems.

Get in touch:

Sound like the career move you've been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on T 028 9031 3720, or send an updated CV - in Word format - via the link on the page (or email).

If this opportunity doesn't quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let's get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.

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