Quality
Maintaining stringent standards across raw materials, process engineering, thermal sterilisation, and finished product packaging.
50+
Years Manufacturing Experience
1000+
Skilled Production Specialists
100%
Living Wage Accredited
40+
Global Markets Supplied
Skilled Food Technologists & Engineers Expertise In Every Batch
Driven By Experience, Dedicated To Pet Food Excellence
At Mackle Petfoods, our greatest asset is our workforce. Behind every canned, tray, and pouch wet pet food product supplied to international grocery chains and brand owners is a team of highly trained food technologists, mechanical engineers, retort process specialists, and quality control inspectors.
With over five decades of specialized wet pet food manufacturing in Moy and Moygashel, Northern Ireland, our staff bring unmatched technical expertise and practical operational experience to every production run. We adhere to FEDIAF nutritional guidelines and BRCGS food safety standards, ensuring full traceability and high product performance for commercial buyers worldwide.
- In-house recipe development by expert animal nutritionists and food scientists
- Certified retort operators monitoring precise thermal sterilization parameters
- Comprehensive quality assurance at every production stage, from raw material intake to sealed packaging
Our Foundation
Core Principles Driving Manufacturing Quality
Our company values guide how our team formulates, cooks, packages, and inspects wet dog and cat food products for global OEM and private label partners.
Caring
Fostering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing, animal nutrition, and long-term buyer trust.
Sustainability
Embedding sustainable practices into raw material sourcing, waste reduction, and energy-efficient factory operations.
Innovation
Continuous investment in new product development (NPD), automated seam inspection, and modern processing technology.
Integrity
Building transparent relationships with global partners through authentic ingredient reporting and clear compliance data.
Industry Recognition
Award-Winning Employer & Living Wage Standard
Named Employer of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards, Mackle Petfoods invests heavily in technical upskilling, apprenticeships, and career advancement programs. Our partnership with CAFRE (College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise) ensures our technicians receive continuous instruction in modern food science and hygienic processing.
We are proud to be the first major food manufacturer in Northern Ireland accredited as an official Real Living Wage Employer. Paying a fair, cost-of-living rate ensures high staff retention, operational stability, and batch-to-batch consistency across all OEM production lines.
- Grocer Gold Employer of the Year winner for workforce investment and workplace standards
- Official Real Living Wage accreditation for all operational staff and site contractors
- Structured technical training partnerships driving operational excellence and safety
Operational Rigor
Technical Disciplines Supporting Global Supply
Our multidisciplinary team oversees every technical aspect required for high-volume, export-ready wet pet food production.
Nutritional Science & NPD
Formulation specialists developing complete, balanced recipes according to FEDIAF guidelines for adult, kitten, puppy, and senior life stages.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
In-house laboratory technicians conducting microbiological testing, double-seam evaluations, and raw material intake verification.
Process Engineering & Retort Operations
Skilled operators running automated cooking, filling, and retort sterilisation systems with validated thermal records.
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Discover our full range of private label capabilities, wet pet food formats, and custom formulation services for global distribution.