Avara Foods
Specification Technologist
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Specification Technologist
Who Are We, and What Do We Do?
Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.
We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door—meaning we offer careers spanning a wide range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, alongside an agricultural network of over 350 farms, stretching from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.
Purpose of the Role
As a Specification Technologist, you will:
- Create high-quality specifications for a range of customers
- Thoroughly review and approve artwork, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
- Build strong working relationships across customer and internal teams
This is a predominately office-based role, but you will sometimes enter the factory environment—including exposure to refrigerated, noisy conditions. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.
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Travel will be required across Midlands sites, including Dudley, Telford, and Wednesbury.
Key Responsibilities
As a Specification Technologist, your core duties include:
- Completing and approving finished product specifications to ensure smooth product launches
- Collaborating with the Ingredients and Packaging Specifications Technologist to refine raw material and packaging specs
- Working closely with New Product Development (NPD) to align specifications with launch timelines
- Serving as internal liaison for Site Technical teams and external liaison for retail customers
What We Are Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- A food-related Further Education qualification
- Experience in writing food specifications, including knowledge of:
- Major retailers' online specification systems
- Critical launch pathways (critical paths)
- Expertise with retailer artwork approval systems and deep knowledge of the Food Information for Consumers Regulation
- Exceptional attention to detail, coupled with the ability to organise workloads efficiently to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive mindset
- Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels
- Full valid driving license
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Desirable Qualifications:
- Food-related HND or Degree
- Food labelling qualification
What’s in it for You?
Joining Avara Foods as a Specification Technologist means:
- A secure, supportive, and progressive workplace where your achievements are recognised and rewarded
- Access to extensive training and career development opportunities
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary
- 31 days holiday
- 5% pension contribution
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Lifestyle benefits, including wellbeing resources
Ready to Join Us?
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working alongside talented colleagues who deliver excellent results, apply today!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
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