Recruiting for a well established heritage brand in the food ingredients business and part of a multi-national global gropu are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Specifications Technologist to join their Quality team which is expanding.

Job Summary: As a Specifications Technologist, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining product specifications, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, customer requirements, and industry standards. You will work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Sales teams to deliver accurate and timely technical information for our wide range of food ingredient products.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain detailed product specifications for food ingredients, ensuring they meet regulatory and customer requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, review, and verify technical information.
Update and maintain the internal specification database, ensuring all documentation is current and compliant.
Review customer specifications and ensure products meet the necessary criteria.
Assist in the development of new products by creating and maintaining specifications during the NPD process.
Liaise with suppliers to obtain and review ingredient specifications.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including allergen management, nutritional information, and labeling requirements.
Provide technical support to the Sales and Marketing teams by supplying product information and responding to customer queries.
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes, adapting specifications as required.
Support the Quality Assurance team with technical documentation for audits and certifications.

Key Requirements:

A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
Previous experience in a specifications or technical role within the food industry, preferably in food ingredients.
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., BRC, FSSC 22000, GFSI) and labeling laws.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with accuracy and efficiency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with specification management software is an advantage.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams

Hezuo

New Jobs

Quality Control Technologist

Brewing Process Operator

Specifications Technologist