Raw Material Technologist

Raw Material Technologist - Craigavon

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

We're seeking a detail-focused Raw Material Technologist to manage raw material specifications, supplier certifications, risk assessments, and ingredient compliance across our supply chain.

• 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.

• 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.

Apply today to be part of our team!

Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.