Food Specifications Technologist — Drive Launch & Compliance

Danish Crown; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Rochdale is looking for a candidate to complete product specifications. The role emphasizes accuracy under tight deadlines and collaboration across departments. Candidates should have at least 3 years of food industry experience, ideally with UK retailers, and must be comfortable managing multiple projects and timelines. Proficiency in Excel and Word is essential, with a proactive approach to communication. Flexible scheduling is necessary due to trialing and launch schedules.

Benefits

28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Matched company pension scheme

Heavily discounted meat for staff

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years previous experience within food process and manufacturing.
• Understanding of retailer 'Stage and Gate' processes.
• Confident working independently in a fast-paced factory environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete product specifications using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ensure accurate specifications are delivered on time.
• Liaise with relevant parties for necessary information.

Skills

Project management

Communication

IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education

Level 2 HACCP and Food Hygiene training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

A leading food company in Rochdale is looking for a candidate to complete product specifications. The role emphasizes accuracy under tight deadlines and collaboration across departments. Candidates should have at least 3 years of food industry experience, ideally with UK retailers, and must be comfortable managing multiple projects and timelines. Proficiency in Excel and Word is essential, with a proactive approach to communication. Flexible scheduling is necessary due to trialing and launch schedules.