Specification Technologist
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Specification Technologist
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Telford, Dudley, Wednesbury
From £34,000 DOE
Permanent, On-site
About the Role
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to major supermarkets and restaurants. We manage our entire supply chain from farms to factory.
Purpose of the role: To create specifications for a range of customers, review and approve artwork, ensure deadlines are met with accuracy. The role is predominantly office based with factory visits. Working Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00. Travel across Midlands sites (Dudley/Telford/Wednesbury) required.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete finished product specifications and approve artwork in accordance with critical paths.
- Work alongside Ingredients and Packaging Specifications Technologist to approve raw material and packaging specifications.
- Work closely with NPD to integrate with NPD launch process.
- Internal liaison for Site Technical and external liaison for retail customers.
What We Are Looking For
- Food related Further Education qualification
- Experience of writing food specifications with knowledge of major retailers' online specification systems and critical paths
- Experience of retailer artwork approval systems and in-depth knowledge of the Food Information for Consumers Regulation
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to organise workload to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels
- Full Driving License
Desirable: Food related HND/Degree, Food labelling qualification.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Salary
- 31 Days Holiday
- 5% Pension
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Various lifestyle benefits including wellbeing resources
If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.