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Raw Materials Technologist
Job Posted: 19 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newport, Gwent
Expire in: 9 days
Job Description
Overview:
This is an ideal position for a motivated and detail-oriented Supplier Assurance Technologist to join an experienced technical team. This role is key to ensuring the raw materials and packaging meet internal, BRCGS, and retailer standards. You’ll manage supplier assurance systems, conduct audits, and support compliance across our supply chain.
Approve raw materials from concept to launch
Maintain and update raw material specifications and databases
Write QAS and QC Hold instructions for higher-risk materials
Conduct integrity risk assessments and VACCP for food and packaging
Monitor and approve suppliers, including technical query resolution
Review and challenge supplier non-conformances
Audit supplier sites (UK and abroad) and goat farms
Represent raw materials in HACCP, VACCP & TACCP teams
Ensure traceability across the supply chain
Conduct internal audits against BRCGS and customer standards
Stay informed on regulatory and customer standard changes
Support external audits and present supplier approval documentation
The Person Specification:
Self-motivated and flexible
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Strong communication (written and verbal)
Collaborative and systems-driven
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach
Minimum 2 years’ experience in the food industry
Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer systems
Strong initiative, time management, and attention to detail
Passionate about food safety and compliance
Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally
Experience in food manufacturing technical roles
Knowledge of BRCGS and retailer standards
Understanding of UK/EU regulatory frameworks
Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3
TACCP & VACCP training
Good communication / interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across departments / suppliers and external customers
Strong organisational, project management and co-ordination skills to assist with critical path deadlines
Can effectively time manage ,working to tight deadlines
Working knowledge of the factory and raw materials currently used on site
Key team player and eager to learn
Hardworking and passionate with an eye for detail
Technical knowledge on food safety and functionality of key ingredients / additives for declaration purposes
Our Referral Incentive:Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from us you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.We offer a £500 referral if you introduce someone we place - see our website for details We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UKBefore You Apply
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