Specification Technologist

Food Technologist / Specifications Technologist

Exeter | Hybrid Working Available
£35,000 - £39,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a Food Technologist or Specifications Technologist looking to join a growing and well-established food business?

Our client is a successful independent food importer supplying wholesale, catering, and retail customers across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Food Technologist / Specifications Technologist to join their technical team in Exeter.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically focused food professional who enjoys specification management, supplier compliance, and maintaining high food safety standards while working closely with customers and suppliers.

The Role

Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will play a key role in supporting technical and quality activities across the business. Approximately 70–80% of your time will be focused on product specifications, reviews, and approvals.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing and maintaining product specifications and technical documentation
Supporting the Quality Management System (QMS)
Managing supplier approval processes and documentation
Conducting artwork and label compliance checks
Organising product testing and analysis
Supporting food safety assessments and compliance activities
Assisting with internal, customer, retailer, and BRC audits
Building strong relationships with customers and suppliers
Deputising for the Technical Manager when required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Product Development, or a related discipline
At least 3 years' experience in a Technical, Quality, or Food Technology role within food manufacturing, food import, or fresh produce
Experience managing specifications and customer requirements
Knowledge of retailer standards, ideally including M&S and Sainsbury's
HACCP Level 2 qualification
Experience supporting internal and external audits, including BRC standards
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Teams

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £39,000 DOE
Hybrid working arrangement
KPI-related bonus scheme
NEST pension scheme (4% employee / 4% employer contributions)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional holiday entitlement after 5 years' service (up to 30 days)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Opportunity to develop your career within a growing food business
If you're looking for your next challenge within food technical and quality management, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed