Specifications technologist – permanent

Hybrid working by agreement – up to two days per week WFH

Due to continued growth within our business, we are seeking to appoint an additional Specifications Technologist with experience in the food industry, including exposure to different specifications/data systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Complete queries in the technical inbox working to agreed deadlines
• Accurately prepare, manage, and maintain specifications, including use of customer portals
• Ensure all technical documentation meets both company and regulatory standards
• Stay up-to-date with UK food regulations, ensuring compliance across the board
• Effectively communicate technical information to both internal and external stakeholders

Person Preference:

• Experience in writing and managing specifications in the food manufacturing industry is useful
• Herb/spice/ingredient experience useful
• Knowledge of UK food laws, labelling, and regulatory requirements is useful
• Attention to detail with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with both internal and external stakeholder

Qualifications

Degree in a scientific subject preferable

Experience

Previous experience of specification work in the food industry

Herb/spice/ingredient industry useful

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Fast paced working

Systematic

Good IT skills e.g. excel

Other requirements

Right to work in UK