Specification Technologist
3 days ago
Specification Technologist Location: Nelson | Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 | Contract: Full-time, Fixed term contract (till March 2027) Reports to: Technical Manager | Direct reports: Raw Material Section Leader | Coordinates with: NPD Manager, QA Manager, Sales, Procurement & Production About the Role We’re looking for an experienced Specification Technologist to join our technical team. This pivotal role ensures all product specifications – for both own‑label and branded products – meet customer, regulatory, and industry standards. You’ll oversee supplier approvals, manage retailer web‑based specification systems, and play a key part in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across our technical processes. Key Responsibilities Product Specification Management: Develop, review, and approve detailed product specifications, including ingredients, allergens, nutrition, and packaging. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all specifications meet current UK, EU, and US food safety, quality, nutritional, and labelling regulations. Artwork Review: Verify that packaging artwork aligns with specifications and complies with legal and customer standards. Supplier & Customer Liaison: Act as a technical point of contact for suppliers, customers, and internal teams, managing audits and compliance queries. Documentation & Systems: Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records within internal and retailer systems, ensuring robust document control. Project Support: Manage critical path timelines for new product launches, ensuring specification readiness and technical approval. Raw Material Management: Maintain supplier approval databases, perform risk assessments, and oversee product authenticity, food defence, and VACCP. Audit & Accreditation: Support customer and third‑party audits, including preparation for BRC accreditation. System Ownership: Manage the Hamilton Grand recipes and specification system, ensuring all specs are current and compliant. About You Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field. Strong knowledge of food manufacturing, packaging, and labelling regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office and retailer specification systems. Level 3 Food Hygiene (or above). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Background in bakery or similar food manufacturing environment. Experience with BRC audits and customer specification systems. Internal Auditor qualification. Familiarity with Hamilton Grand recipe and specification software. In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer. If you feel this is of interest, please call Luke Donnison for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Specification Technologist
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Specification Technologist
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Food Specifications Lead
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Quality Technologist
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