Specifications Technologist

County Durham Permanent Excellent + benefits Ref: 418598

The company

With over a century of expertise, this established and forward-thinking food manufacturer blends heritage with innovation to create high-quality products enjoyed across the food industry. Operating from a state-of-the-art production environment, the business partners with a diverse customer base and is committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of its work.

A culture built on collaboration, continuous improvement and passion for food defines the organisation, offering employees the opportunity to contribute meaningfully while developing their careers in a supportive and dynamic setting. If you’re excited by the future of food and want to play a role in shaping it, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive and growing team.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Retailer Specifications Technologist to join a dedicated technical team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, compliance and quality of finished product specifications and associated documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

Creating and maintaining accurate finished product specifications and artwork
Ensuring compliance with all food safety, legal, quality and authenticity standards
Coordinating information across internal teams and manufacturing partners to support new product specifications
Supporting new product development by providing accurate specifications at key project stages
Managing change control processes and ensuring updates are communicated effectively
Responding to customer enquiries through the collation of detailed technical information
Supporting certification processes (including relevant product accreditations)
Monitoring updates in customer policies and legislation, assessing their impact on products and processes
Contributing to continuous improvement of specification systems and processes
Maintaining accurate records and supporting wider team activities as required

This is a varied and fast-paced position, offering the opportunity to work cross-functionally and make a real impact on product integrity and customer satisfaction.

The candidate

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong technical expertise combined with excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

Key requirements include:

Degree (or equivalent) in a food science or related discipline
Significant experience in product specification creation and maintenance within the food industry
Experience working with major retailer specification systems
Solid understanding of food safety standards, including HACCP
Working knowledge of UK/EU food labelling legislation
Strong understanding of ingredients, allergens, and production processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

You will be a driven and motivated individual with a “right first-time” approach, a keen eye for detail, and a collaborative style that enables you to influence and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.