As a Raw Materials Technologist, you help make sure every ingredient and packaging item used on site is safe, legal and high-quality. You keep raw material data up to date, challenge suppliers when needed, support NPD and Process teams and resolve issues before they affect production.
We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete raw material risk assessments, including TACCP/VACCP updates when new ingredients are introduced.
- Work with NPD and Process teams from concept through to launch, ensuring ingredients meet standards and are launched correctly.
- Keep raw material information accurate in systems such as Point 74 / Recipe Professor / Foods Connected / System 21.
- Challenge suppliers on specification content, missing details or compliance issues.
- Manage raw material documentation including specs, certificates, intake checks and changes.
- Support internal audits and complete regular traceability exercises.
Skills & Experience
- You will have experience in raw materials, QA, supply chain or technical roles.
- Bringing a good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens and specification requirements.
- You will have the ability to challenge suppliers when information is unclear or incorrect.
- With strong data and systems skills, with good attention to detail.
- You will be someone with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.
Benefits
- Company pension scheme
- Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Profit related pay
- Opportunity for extended leave
- Free on-site parking
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Raw Material Technologist in Loughborough employer: Samworth Brothers
At Samworth Brothers, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, while our commitment to employee development ensures that you have ample opportunities for growth within the finance team. Located in a vibrant area, we offer a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, making this role not just a job, but a meaningful career path.
