Technologist

Specification Technologist

• Annual Salary: £32,000 Per Annum
• Location: Southall
• Job Type: Full-time

Reed Food & FMCG are currently recruiting for a Specification Technologist to join a Food Business in Southall. In this role, you will serve as a key point of contact between internal and external teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration on all aspects of product specifications. This role is crucial for managing product data, maintaining compliance with regulatory and customer standards, and addressing food safety and quality concerns with suppliers and other stakeholders. This position is essential to upholding our commitment to product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Update and maintain detailed product specifications to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards.
• Manage internal specification databases to ensure all information is accurate, current, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Validate product labels to ensure they accurately reflect specifications and comply with labelling regulations and legal requirements.
• Monitor food safety alerts, conduct horizon scanning, and take necessary corrective actions.
• Stay informed on changes in food legislation and proactively adjust specifications and processes to maintain compliance.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring product information and documentation are audit-ready and compliant.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain accurate product information, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers regarding product specifications, allergens, and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as NPD and Marketing, to ensure specifications are integrated into processes effectively.
• Address discrepancies or non-conformance issues in product specifications and implement corrective actions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a Specification Technologist role or a similar position within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of food composition, basic nutrition, and allergen management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using data management systems.
• Familiarity with food safety standards, regulations, and HACCP principles.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK and EU food legislation.
• Experience in delivering training on food safety, allergens, and quality systems.

To apply for this Specification Technologist position, please submit your up-to-date CV to this job advert.