Specification Technologist – Food Manufacturing

TN United Kingdom; Redcar; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a Specification Technologist to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications. This role involves managing product data across platforms, supporting new product launches, and liaising with various teams to maintain high standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in a fast-paced environment, and a solid understanding of food legislation. Join a team dedicated to quality and safety in food production, and enjoy perks like a company pension and employee discounts.

Benefits

Company Pension

Employee Discounts

Free/Discounted Food

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with UK retailer specification systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate product and customer specifications.
• Support new product development and manage timelines.

Skills

Food Safety Level 3

HACCP Level 3

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Technical Database Proficiency

Microsoft Office Skills

Tools

Technical Databases

Microsoft Office

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Specification Technologist – Food Manufacturing, Yorkshire

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Client:

Silven Recruitment

Location:

Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and updating product data and ensuring specifications meet internal, customer, regulatory, and third-party requirements. You’ll be responsible for managing specification systems across multiple platforms and supporting cross-functional teams throughout the product development and launch process.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain accurate product and customer specifications via various online technical systems.
• Work with major UK retailer platforms, ensuring specifications meet customer expectations and compliance standards.
• Support new product development (NPD) processes, including reviewing artwork and managing timelines for launches.
• Handle specifications for complex, multi-component products including proteins, sauces, and meal solutions.
• Liaise with commercial, buying, and supplier teams to ensure timely and accurate specification data.
• Maintain internal documentation, technical trackers, and controlled libraries for customer requirements.
• Review and approve packaging and labelling to ensure legal and customer compliance.
• Create and verify pack copy for private label product launches.
• Support internal audits, assist during third-party audits, and contribute to quality system improvements.
• Provide technical support regarding food legislation and retailer codes of practice.
• Assist in managing export product requirements and ensure all necessary documentation is in place.
• Contribute to maintaining a strong food safety culture across the site.

Key Requirements

• Experience working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with UK retailer specification systems and technical portals.
• Strong understanding of food labelling legislation and artwork review processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficient IT skills with experience using technical databases and Microsoft Office.
• Food Safety Level 3, HACCP Level 3, and Internal Auditing qualifications (preferred).
• Up to £35,000
• Company pension
• Employee discounts and free/discounted food