Specifications Technologist

Ryvita; Poole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A long-standing food manufacturer in Poole is looking for a Specifications Technologist. The role involves managing product information accuracy and compliance with food labelling legislation. Candidates should have experience in specification management and strong interpersonal skills. The position is 22.5 hours per week, flexible on hours. The company offers an attractive salary, bonuses, pension contributions, and various benefits, promoting a positive, inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Attractive Salary

Bonus Scheme up to 5%

Pension Scheme – up to 10% employer contributions

Flexible work culture

Buy holiday scheme

Discounted products

Health Cash Plan

Generous family leave policy

Leadership development

Group Cycle to work scheme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in specification management within the food industry.
• Ability to work cross-functionally across departments and manufacturing sites.
• Demonstrates a pragmatic approach to compliance and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product information is accurate, compliant, and clearly communicated.
• Work closely with teams on product specifications.
• Manage specification systems and support process improvements.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of food labelling legislation

Experience in specification management

Proficiency with specification software systems

Understanding of nutrition and food manufacturing processes

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

At Ryvita, we’re proud to be a 100-year-old brand with a brilliant heritage — and products that taste just as good today as they did a century ago, thanks to the amazing who make it all happen.

Our home is in Poole, and we also have a manufacturing site in Bardney, where we lovingly bake every single Ryvita crispbread and, for our sister business, craft the delicious Dorset Cereals that so many people enjoy every morning.

Overview Of Role

At Ryvita, we’re all about living well and eating well, with a little room for ish. We’re on an exciting journey to strengthen our products and our team, creating the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Join us as we grow, innovate, and bring more ish to everything we do!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Specifications Technologist to join our team at Poole for this site-based role, working 22.5 hour per week. We are flexible on how the hours are worked across the week and can discuss with individuals at interview stage.

Key Accountabilities

As our Specifications Technologist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that our product information is accurate, compliant, and clearly communicated across all branded, private label, and third-party products. You’ll be the go-to expert for product specifications and packaging compliance, helping to make sure everything meets legal and market requirements.

This is a collaborative role where you’ll work closely with teams across the business, including Product Development, Commercial, Site Technical, Marketing, Packaging Technology, Operations and Regulatory. You’ll contribute to cross-functional projects, bringing clarity and precision to discussions around product data and packaging artwork.

Your high level of accuracy & attention to detail will be essential as you manage specification systems and support process improvements. With the help of guidance documents and a supportive team, you’ll ensure that packaging & labelling is not only compliant but also aligned with customer and retailer expectations.

The Right Person

If you share our values… Integrity, Passion for Results, Superior Quality, Initiative, Recognition & Teamwork.

And You Have The Following Skills And Experiences

• In-depth knowledge of food labelling legislation across UK, EU, and international markets.
• Proven experience in specification management within the food industry.
• Proficiency with specification software systems (e.g., Hamilton Grant, Trace One, WWP).
• Understanding of nutrition and food manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrates a pragmatic approach to compliance and legislation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across departments and manufacturing sites.

We can offer

• Attractive Salary
• Bonus Scheme up to 5%
• Pension Scheme – up to 10% employer contributions
• Flexible work culture
• Buy holiday scheme
• Discounted products
• Health Cash Plan
• Career opportunities - ABF group employs 128,000 employees worldwide.
• Discounts on over 900 retailers on our discount platform
• Generous family leave policy
• Leadership development
• Group Cycle to work scheme
• Free Parking

At Ryvita, we believe in inspiring better wellbeing, both at work and beyond. We’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive environment where diversity thrives, opportunities are fair, and everyone has the freedom to be themselves. Whether you’re at your best when you’re brainstorming ideas, collaborating with colleagues, or bringing fresh perspectives, we want you to feel like you truly belong. Here, we celebrate what makes each of us unique, and together, we make Ryvita a place where everyone can grow, contribute, and thrive.

We want to ensure the recruitment process works for everyone. If you require a reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] to discuss these adjustments.

Apply now and let's see what we can do together!

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