NPI Technologist

NPI Technologist

Location:Dungannon

Contract: Permanent Full time


About the Role

We are looking for a driven and detail-orientedNPI Technologistto support the successful launch of new and existing products across our site. Working closely with the NPD Teamsand cross-functional teams youll play a key role in ensuring products move seamlessly from concept through trials to full-scale production.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about food manufacturing innovation and delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced environment. Please note this role will require regular travel to other sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of right-first-time product launches in line with site and customer expectations
• Coordinate and support product trials pre-production and first production runs
• Collaborate with internal teams including NPD Commercial Engineering Quality and Production to meet critical paths
• Ensure all technical validation documentation and compliance requirements are completed (HACCP shelf life nutritional data etc.)
• Assist in managing project timelines and workload within the NPI team
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives including yield efficiency and cost-saving opportunities
• Support pre-launch meetings and ensure all product documentation is accurate and complete
• Maintain and develop technical and legislative knowledge within food manufacturing
• Assist in the creation and management of quality documentation pack sheets and product specifications
• Support delivery of KPIs and business performance targets

About You

• A strong communicator with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Confident working cross-functionally and building relationships at all levels
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and labelling requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Full cleandrivers license

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience within food manufacturing or product development (essential)
• Relevant food-related qualifications (desirable)

What We Offer

• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative team
• Exposure to end-to-end product development and launches
• A supportive environment focused on development and continuous improvement
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

At Pilgrims our values drive everything we do:
Availability Humility Discipline Sincerity Simplicity Ownership and Determination.

Apply Now

If youre passionate about bringing products to life and thrive in a fast-paced environment wed love to hear from you.

Pilgrims Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland including Fridge Raiders Rollover Denny Richmond Oakhouse and Moy Park alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork lamb and chicken working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals snacking ranges added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrims Europe we combine 20000 of the best people in the industry united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality most delicious and innovative food which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrims Europe team are based in our Pilgrims UK Moy Park Pilgrims Food Masters and Pilgrims Shared Services businesses.