Specification Technologist

Job Description

Job Title: Specification Technologist

Description

We are hiring for our client for a Specification Technologist to join a busy and well-established food manufacturing business.

This Specification Technologist role is key to ensuring all product specifications artwork and technical documentation are accurate compliant and delivered within required timeframes.

The successful Specification Technologist will work closely with NPD Technical Production and Supply Chain teams supporting product launches and ensuring all customer and legal requirements are met.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Excellent entry to mid-level technical role with strong development potential
2. Exposure to retailer specifications audits and customer interaction
3. Monday to Friday role with strong work-life balance

The Role

• Write approve and maintain finished product specifications across retailer portals
• Ensure all specification data is accurate compliant and aligned with legislation
• Generate ingredient declarations and validate product claims
• Manage artwork approval ensuring packaging complies with legal and customer requirements
• Support NPD processes from concept through to launch
• Attend trials handovers and first production runs for new products
• Carry out internal audits and support audit preparation activities
• Maintain technical documentation including QAS CCP and nutrition data
• Respond to customer queries relating to specifications
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet critical deadlines

The Person

• Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science or a related discipline
• Experience using retailer specification portals (desirable)
• Knowledge of food safety systems (BRC / GFSI standards preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive self-motivated and team-oriented approach

The Reward

• Competitive salary
• 30 days holidays rising to 33 with service
• Monday to Friday working hours (08:0017:00)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance and pension
• Long service awards
• Strong team culture with focus on recognition and development