D R Newitt Recruitment
Specification Technologist
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Specification Technologist
Remote/Hybrid/On-site: Remote
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Specification Technologist on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Salary
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
- Friday: 08:30 – 16:00
This is a hybrid role with occasional travel requirements. Access to your own transport is preferred.
Location: Remote/home-based, with occasional travel to sites as required
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
- Friday: 08:30 – 16:00
Key Responsibilities
- Complete and maintain customer specifications and online portal information in accordance with customer requirements, including raw materials, packaging, and legal compliance.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Technical, and Packaging teams to ensure accurate and up-to-date supplier information for raw materials and packaging is obtained and maintained.
- Manage the specification administration process throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through to product delisting.
- Ensure compliance with current food labelling legislation, customer codes of practice, and relevant policies and procedures.
- Prepare and complete documentation to support product development activities and wider business requirements.
- Assist with artwork approval and amendments to ensure packaging complies with legal, customer, and industry standards.
- Provide support during customer and third-party audits, offering expertise on product specifications where required.
- Promote safe working practices and promptly report any unsafe conditions or behaviours.
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Knowledge, Experience & Skills
Essential Experience
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- Experience using customer specification systems within the food industry.
- Food manufacturing experience.
- HACCP and Food Safety training.
- Experience managing critical paths and project timelines.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong planning, organisational, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Confident presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying solutions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
- Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities.
- A collaborative team player with well-developed interpersonal skills.
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