Specification Technologist

Description:

K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a leading UK food retailer in their search to find a Specification Technologist  to join their team based in Leeds (LS10).
 
Position:             Specification Technologist
Salary:                Upto £33,000
Location:           Leeds (LS10)
Hours:                 Monday to Friday 8 00am to 4 00pm (flexible)
Reporting to:    Quality Manager 
 
The Role
As Specification Technologist, you'll be responsible for producing and maintaining accurate customer specifications, ensuring products meet retailer, legal and internal quality standards. Working closely with Technical, NPD, Commercial and Production teams, you'll play a key role in supporting new product launches and maintaining compliance.
 
Key Responsibilities

Produce and maintain customer specifications and retailer documentation.
Ensure specifications are approved ahead of product launches.
Prepare nutritional information, ingredient declarations and product labels.
Keep specifications compliant with current food legislation.
Support artwork approvals and quality attribute documentation.
Maintain raw material specifications, supplier approvals and technical records. About You

Previous specification writing experience within food manufacturing.
Experience using retailer specification systems.
Knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety requirements.
Strong Microsoft Office and IT skills.
Excellent attention to detail, communication and organisational skills.
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
HACCP Level 3 qualification desirable
Experience within chilled or short shelf-life food manufacturing desirable, but not essential. Why Apply?
Join a successful and growing food manufacturer offering a supportive team environment, varied workload and the opportunity to further develop your career within Technical.
 
Interested? Apply today or contact K.A.G. Recruitment for a confidential discussion