The Role I'm working with a growing food manufacturing business, supplying customers across the UK and Europe. As a Specification Technologist, you’ll join the Technical & Regulatory team, managing customer specifications and technical documentation while working closely with customers, suppliers and internal Technical, Quality and Regulatory teams. This is a customer-facing role suited to someone with previous food manufacturing technical experience, excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Key Responsibilities * Create, maintain and manage customer specifications and technical documentation. * Ensure documentation meets customer, legal and technical requirements. * Maintain accurate product information across customer portals. * Respond to customer technical queries professionally and promptly. * Review recipes, raw materials and supplier information for compliance. * Support supplier approval, audits and technical compliance activities. * Work closely with internal teams and customers to meet technical requirements. * Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. About You You’ll ideally have: * Previous experience in a Specification Technologist, Technical Specifications or similar role within food manufacturing. * Experience managing product/customer specifications. * Good knowledge of food industry technical requirements. * Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail. * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. * The ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Relevant food industry technical training. * Full right to work in the UK. * Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Desirable: HND/Degree in Food Science or a related subject, retailer/customer standards experience, customer technical portal experience, and knowledge of food safety, supplier approval and audit processes. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary * Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week * Pension and healthcare benefits * Life assurance * Employee discounts and Employee Assistance Programme * Generous annual leave plus bank holidays * Excellent development opportunities within a growing business Apply If you have experience in food specifications, technical compliance or a similar technical role within food manufacturing, I would love to hear from you
Specification Technologist in Clevedon employer: D R Newitt & Associates
Join a dynamic and collaborative team at a leading manufacturer in Lancashire, where your sales expertise will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary of circa £25k plus OTE commission, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training and future progression opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving industry.
