Specification Technologist

Job description

Specification Technologist

£35,000 - £39,000 per annum

Monday - Thursday 0745 - 1630

Friday 0745 - 1500

Hybrid

Near to Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Henderson Brown are partnered with a leading and growing food production organisation who are looking for a Specification Technologist to advise and mentor others within the team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record within specification writing and have a problem solving approach. They are looking for experience with major retailers throughout the UK.

The business is ever growing and now really is an exciting time to join the journey and place your stamp on the evolution of the future for the organisation. The role will be based out of their Peterborough, Cambridgeshire operation.

Responsibilities Specification Technologist

• Create specifications for retail customers
• Manage specifications for retailer processes
• Review and approve artwork for private and own brand
• Correct pack copy and specifications for branded products
• Review nutritional information and feedback to NPD department
• Provide guidance on claim validity and review marketing content to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with regulatory requirements
• Collate and maintain LHF database
• Maintain Spec matrix
• Participate in stage gate processes and support NPD activities, ensuring all quality, safety, and regulatory requirements are met at each stage from concept through to launch
• Update maintenance specifications for any changes

Requirements Specification Technologist

• Knowledge of 3 of the major retailer systems, codes of practice and requirements.
• Packaging and labelling experience.
• Food based qualification.
• Proven track record within specification writing.
• Awareness and understanding of sustainability requirements.
• Commutable distance from Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

Benefits Specification Technologist

• 25 days holiday Plus of bank holidays
• Paid sick and compassionate leave
• Free on-site parking
• Healthcare
• Pension employer 5%

Please note that the role of Specification Technologist is located near to Peterborough. If you are interested in the role then please reach out to Matt Duffy at Henderson Brown.

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