Specifications Technologist
* Location: North Somerset,
* Job Type: Full-time, Site-based
* Salary: Competitive, details available on application
Reed Food & FMCG have been briefed to recruit for a Specifications Technologist to join a Food Manufacturing business. This role is ideal for a highly motivated and energetic individual with a background in food manufacturing. You will be instrumental in managing and improving the site specifications system, ensuring compliance and supporting our technical standards.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Manage and continuously improve the site specifications system, encompassing everything from raw material and supplier assessment to finished products and customer enquiries.
* Ensure legal and customer technical compliance.
* Input and manage data on customer web portals and maintain accurate company database records.
* Assess food safety of raw materials and products to ensure they are safe and legally compliant.
* Conduct supplier and raw material integrity assessments, including ethical and sustainability evaluations.
* Coordinate and prioritise personal workload effectively.
* Assist with raw material and supplier approval processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* HND or Degree in Food Science preferred.
* Previous experience in a similar role, creating product specifications.
* Familiarity with retailer standards is beneficial.
* Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Self-motivated with the ability to work well within a team and under pressure.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary.
* Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme.
* WPA Healthcare NHS Top-up Scheme effective post-probation.
* Employee Benefits Scheme offering discounts with major retailers and an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service and including Christmas shutdown.
If you are interested in this role, please apply ASAP with your up-to-date CV to be considered for an immediate interview.
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