Specification Technologist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Telford, Dudley, Wednesbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Food specification writing Artwork approval Attention to detail Food Information for Consumers Regulation Communication skills Self-motivation Full Driving License Organisational skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

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!

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