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Specification Technologist
28,000 to 32,000
Monday to Friday - 40 hours
Office Based with occasional travel to Southall - UB2
Please not this is a Fixed-Term contract to cover Maternity Leave until the end of December 2025. At present we are not able to confirm if this will be made permenant or extended.
Role:
- Update and maintain detailed product specifications to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards.
- Ensure all product specifications are supported by validated claims such as nutritional, health, provenance, allergen claims, RSPO, etc.
- Manageinternal specification databases to ensure all information is accurate, current, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
- Validate product labels to ensure they accurately reflect specifications and comply with labelling regulations and legal requirements, working alongside the warehouse team to ensure proper implementation and adherence.
- Ensure all product information complies with current food safety standards, labelling regulations, and legal requirements.
- Monitor food safety alerts, conduct horizon scanning, and take necessary corrective actions.
- Stay informed on changes in food legislation and proactively adjust specifications and processes to maintain compliance.
- Support internal and external audits by ensuring product information and documentation are audit-ready and compliant.
- Flag audit requirements and concerns to the Technical & Quality Manager, ensuring supplier compliance.
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain accurate product information, certifications, and compliance documentation.
- Approve new suppliers, maintain supplier risk assessments, and manage supplier-related documents and lab results.
- Provide technical support to customers regarding product specifications, allergens, and compliance issues.
Experience:
- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience in a Specification Technologist role or a similar position within the food manufacturing industry.
- Strong knowledge of food composition, basic nutrition, and allergen management, with an understanding of allergen awareness.
- Knowledge of food labelling legislation, regulations, and compliance standards
- Familiarity with food safety standards, regulations, and HACCP principles (Level 2 HACCP certification is desirable).
- Experience in audits, including preparation and documentation.
