Specification Technologist

Key Benefits

• Up to £28,000, depending on experience
• Clear progression pathway within a growing business
• Ongoing training and development support
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Free on-site parking

The Role

This role is designed as a development opportunity, offering structured training and the chance to progress your career within a technical department. As Specification Technologist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring products meet regulatory standards and customer expectations, while gaining hands-on exposure across all areas of the technical function.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation and management of artwork briefs for new and seasonal products
• Review and approve packaging artwork alongside senior technical staff
• Create, update, and maintain product specifications and labelling
• Ensure compliance with food regulations and customer requirements
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain and verify technical documentation
• Complete customer information requests (e.g. allergens, sustainability data)
• Assist with QA checks, audits, and scheduled inspections
• Produce reports on environmental conditions (e.g. temperature and humidity)
• Maintain technical documentation and develop new process resources
• Support complaint investigations, root cause analysis, and non-conformance tracking

Key Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a food labelling, technical administration, or food production role
• A qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field is desirable
• Keen to develop a long-term career within food technical/compliance
• Highly organised, process-driven and detail-oriented with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, whilst working in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability
• Clear communication and collaborative approach
• Due to the location of this role the successful candidate must have a valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle

The Candidate

Ideally you will have experience in food labelling, technical administration, or food manufacturing/production. A qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline would also be an advantage. You’ll be keen to develop a long-term career within food technical or compliance, with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Our Client

Our client is an established and growing provider of premium packaged confectionary and sweet treats with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. With exciting growth plans and product development in the pipeline, they offer a supportive environment where individuals can learn, develop, and progress their careers.