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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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3
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
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