Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family! At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: - Enhanced pension scheme Private health scheme Employee discount scheme Experience annual pay reviews Profit related pay Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities The Opportunity We are looking for a highly organisedSenior Specification Technologistto join our Technical Services team, playing a key role in delivering accurate specifications, artwork approval and project management for major UK retailers. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working at pace, solving problems, and collaborating across multiple functions while also supporting and developing trainee technologists. Key Responsibilities : Leading specification and artwork activity for allocated customer accounts, ensuring all data is accurate, compliant and delivered on time. Managing launch and housekeeping specifications, following critical paths and supporting NPD, Process and Commercial teams from concept to launch. Training and coaching trainee specification technologists, including the use of Oracle and internal systems. Presenting confidently to senior managers and retailers, providing accurate data and updates. Writing and maintaining customer specifications across multiple platforms (including Foods Connected, Excel-based formats and retailer systems). Coordinating artwork approvals, cutter guides and pack copy checks, working closely with studios and internal stakeholders Being available for audit support at both sites (Saladworks & Kettleby Foods), ensuring all specs and documents remain audit-ready. Hybrid working is available - typicaly 3 days on site and 2 days working from home The Ideal Candidate We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: Minimum 2 years specification writing experience within the chilled food industry. Strong understanding of food labelling regulations, retailer guidelines and artwork processes. Confident using specification and artwork systems (Tesco, M&S, Sainsburys, Morrisons, Waitrose, Lidl etc.). Ability to travel between both Saladworks and Kettleby Foods as required. Competent in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems. Full UK driving licence required. We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role. Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us! About Us Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UKs best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products. Alongside these, were proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Walker & Son. With over 10,000 talented colleagues working across our modern, well-invested food manufacturing sites nationwide, were committed to excellence in everything we dofrom the food we make to the careers we build. At Samworth Brothers, youre more than just an employee, you are part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special! Were proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process thats fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know. Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. xehkeey If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.