Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £34,532.28 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday (with an early finish on Fridays)
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Are you detail-focused, organised, and experienced in food specifications? We’re working with a leading food manufacturing business in Bedfordshire that’s looking for a Specifications Technologist to join their established technical team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-respected business supplying major UK retailers and foodservice customers. You’ll play a key role in ensuring technical accuracy, retailer compliance, and product integrity across a diverse and fast-paced product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create, review, and maintain finished product specifications across retailer and internal systems
* Ensure all labelling and technical documentation complies with customer and legal requirements
* Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to gather raw material information and manage updates
* Support technical and NPD teams during product launches and updates
* Maintain data accuracy on customer portals and internal platforms (e.g. NutriCalc, retailer spec systems)
* Monitor allergen, nutrition, and legislative compliance across products
What You’ll Need:
* Previous experience in a food manufacturing technical or specifications role
* Working knowledge of major UK retailer spec systems
* Familiarity with systems such as NutriCalc, Hamilton Grant, or similar
* Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to data handling
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style
* A degree in Food Science or a related discipline (desirable)
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive salary of £34,532.28
* Monday to Friday schedule with early finish on Fridays
* Opportunity to join a well-established, supportive team in a growing food business
* Scope to learn, grow, and develop within technical and compliance functions
Interested? Apply today to find out more and take the next step in your technical food career