Specification Technologist

OverviewSpecification Technologist - 12 Month FTCLocation and working pattern: Hybrid working; can be based at any of our manufacturing sites including Nottingham, Crewe, Market Drayton, Ebbw Vale, Milton Keynes, Poole, Redhill, Middlesbrough, Thorne, Clitheroe or Barnsley.Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Fridays 08:30-16:00Salary: £35,000Contract: 12 Month FTCPurpose: To support the New Product Development (NPD) team in creating brand and customer specifications in line with company and customer standards against legal labelling criteria. Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders whilst providing administrative support to group wide functions and specific specification customer requests. Your Duties Will Include Effective completion and maintenance of customer specifications and portal systems in line with customer category plans and company agenda including raw materials, packaging and legality. Work alongside Procurement, Technical and Packaging to ensure that teams have acquired and maintained accurate raw material and packaging supplier information Management of the specification administration process from concept, through to delist. Adhere to latest labelling guidelines and customer codes of practice whilst understanding customer policies and procedures Complete documentation in support of the product development team and wider business when required. Support artwork process and lead at site level to produce legal packaging in line with company, retailer and industry standards Support in customer/audit visits to site from a customer specification perspective Promote and follow safe working across site and advice immediately on unsafe work practices. Knowledge, Experience and Skills Customer specification system experience (food related) HACCP / Food Safety Training Critical path management Food manufacturing experience Planning, organisation, and project management Communication at different levels of seniority across various teams Presentation skills Good IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Word Problem solving Enthusiasm to learn and grow Self-Motivated Flexible attitude A team player with well-developed interpersonal skills Benefits Hybrid working 33 days annual leave 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year Online and High-street retailer discount scheme Employee well-being and community support groups Charity Initiatives and Team events 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support) About The Compleat Food GroupThe Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect; we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact and Diversity & InclusionContact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.Recruitment Agencies: We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com. If we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you. #J-18808-Ljbffr