Trainee Specification Technologist

Unlock your potential as a Specification Technologist with a leading food manufacturing company that's redefining quality standards and innovation in the industry. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and precision, where your expertise will directly impact product compliance and customer satisfaction.

Salary & Benefits:

£30,000 - £35,0000 DOE
Generous holiday entitlement
Health and wellness benefits
Holiday discounts on company products
Opportunities for professional development
About your next employer:

Our client is a prominent player within the food production sector, trusted by major brands across the globe. They operate within a fast-paced environment that embraces innovation and quality, backed by a committed team dedicated to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality products. As a well-established entity with a global footprint, they value their employees' development and foster a collaborative workplace culture.

About you:

Food-related qualification or demonstrable experience in a similar specification or technical role
Proficient in computer applications, especially Excel and Word
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
Self-motivated, proactive, and assertive with a keen initiative
What you'll do:

Approve, maintain, and update finished product specifications ensuring compliance with customer, legislation, and group policies
Generate accurate ingredient declarations and estimate meat content using theoretical and lab analysis methods
Collaborate with stakeholders to amend specifications and ensure data validation
Prepare legal pack copies for packaging that meet all technical and legal requirements
Upload specifications and approve artwork, working closely with design, production, and customer teams
Maintain documentation such as nutrition data, validations, certificates, and supporting files
Respond to customer queries and present specifications during audits or visits
Support continuous improvement by staying updated on process changes, regulations, and customer requirements
Several of your colleagues have found their ideal roles through VANRATH-why not you? For further information on this exciting opportunity, apply via the link or contact our office for a confidential chat today.

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