Specification Technologist

Title :Specification Technologist

Remote/Hybrid/On-site :Remote

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Specification Technologist on a 12 month fixed-term contract.

Salary

40000 - 45000 per annum depending on experience.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:30 17:00

Friday: 08:30 16:00

This is a hybrid role with occasional travel requirements. Access to your own transport is preferred.

Location:Remote/home-based with occasional travel to sites as required

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 08:30 17:00
• Friday: 08:30 16:00

Key Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain customer specifications and online portal information in accordance with customer requirements including raw materials packaging and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with Procurement Technical and Packaging teams to ensure accurate and up-to-date supplier information for raw materials and packaging is obtained and maintained.
• Manage the specification administration process throughout the product lifecycle from concept through to product delisting.
• Ensure compliance with current food labelling legislation customer codes of practice and relevant policies and procedures.
• Prepare and complete documentation to support product development activities and wider business requirements.
• Assist with artwork approval and amendments to ensure packaging complies with legal customer and industry standards.
• Provide support during customer and third-party audits offering expertise on product specifications where required.
• Promote safe working practices and promptly report any unsafe conditions or behaviours.

Knowledge Experience & Skills

Essential Experience

• Experience using customer specification systems within the food industry.
• Food manufacturing experience.
• HACCP and Food Safety training.
• Experience managing critical paths and project timelines.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong planning organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Confident presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel and Word.
• Self-motivated organised and able to work independently.
• Flexible adaptable and able to manage changing priorities.
• A collaborative team player with well-developed interpersonal skills.