Avondale Foods, a leading family-owned manufacturer of fresh prepared convenience foods, based in Lurgan, has announced a significant expansion of its Technical Team. Following over 60 years of growth and a long-standing reputation for supplying major retailers including Marks & Spencer, Waitrose and Dunnes, the company is opening new opportunities for professionals who are passionate about food safety and quality.
Avondale Foods was founded in 1965 by brothers Harry and Derek Geddis. Since then it has grown to an annual turnover of £102 million and over 750 staff. Entering their seventh decade, they seek to fill over 10 new technical roles in Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Auditing, and more. The initiative focuses on finding individuals with the right technical experience who are eager to make a real impact on operational efficiency and product safety.
David McCann, Technical Controller at Avondale Foods and AIB Business Awards Employee of the Year 2025, commented: “I started working at Avondale Foods over 25 years ago and have worked in various roles, and currently I am the Technical Controller for Operations. Joining our Technical Team offers people the chance to work with advanced technology and experience genuine career growth within a business that truly values its staff. It’s the perfect time to make a move and grow your career with us.”
The expansion comes as Avondale Foods enters a new phase of growth, creating new jobs at all levels, reflecting their dedication and long-term commitment to the Food Industry in the region. Continued innovation in products and manufacturing processes has been at the heart of Avondale’s continued success. With company-wide dedication to observing consumer trends and exploring cutting edge technology and future-facing product opportunities.
Greer Geddis, Managing Director of Avondale Foods, said: “As a long-standing business in Northern Ireland, Avondale Foods is thrilled to be expanding our team with a number of technical roles. As we enter this exciting new phase of expansion – including our plans for a multi-million pound factory development – it is vital that we find the right people to grow with us. Many people perhaps don’t consider technical roles in food manufacturing at first, but these are highly skilled positions working with advanced technology where you can truly make your mark on the industry.”
Interested candidates can apply now at avondale-foods.co.uk/technical
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