NPI Technologist

The Vacancy
NPI Technologist
Location: Dungannon
Contract: Permanent, Full time
About the Role
We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented NPI Technologist to support the successful launch of new and existing products across our site. Working closely with the NPD Teams and cross-functional teams, you'll 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 clean drivers 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 Pilgrim's, our values drive everything we do:
Availability, Humility, Discipline, Sincerity, Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination .
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If you're passionate about bringing products to life and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Our Story
Pilgrim's 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 Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 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 Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
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