Food Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Specifications/Product Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring food safety and compliance. This exciting position involves collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to maintain product specifications and support regulatory standards. You'll have the opportunity to work within a dynamic technical team, contributing to innovative projects that shape the future of the food industry. With a competitive salary and growth opportunities, this role is perfect for someone passionate about food science and product development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a technical food industry role.
• Proven experience in writing product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to create and update product specifications.
• Support food safety and labelling compliance in line with UK regulations.

Skills

Product Specification Writing

Food Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Knowledge of BRC Requirements

Education

Degree in Food Science

Degree in Nutrition

Degree in Product Development

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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We are currently seeking a talented Specifications/Product Technologist to join a leading food industry client. This exciting opportunity will allow you to work within a collaborative technical team, ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.

About the Role:

As a Specifications/Product Technologist, you’ll support the Technical Manager to ensure compliance with food safety, specifications, and labelling. You’ll work with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to maintain accurate product specs and meet legal and customer requirements. You’ll also deputise for the Technical Manager when needed and assist with ad-hoc projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with suppliers to create and update product and packaging specifications accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update customer specification platforms (such as Evolve) with all relevant technical information.
• Support food safety and labelling compliance in line with UK regulations and customer requirements.
• Work closely with the NPD and Marketing teams to ensure all specifications, pack copies, artwork, and labels are compliant with legislation.
• Assist with BRCGS Storage & Distribution accreditation, with a focus on specifications, product risk assessments, and labelling.
• Manage customer complaints, liaising with suppliers and customers when required.
• Provide assistance with packaging data collection and reporting for both internal systems and external reporting platforms.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Product Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in writing product specifications and an understanding of UK labelling requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 1–2 years’ experience in a technical food industry role.
• Knowledge of BRC requirements.
• HACCP Level 2 or Level 3 qualification would be great!

What’s In It For You

The position offers a competitive salary package, and opportunities to grow your career with a company that values innovation, authenticity, and drive.