Specifications Technologist

Job Title - Specifications Technologist
Salary - Negotiable
Location - Rochester, Kent
Job Type - Permanent, Full-Time
We are currently recruiting for a Specifications Technologist to join a growing food manufacturing company based in the Rochester area. The ideal candidate will have previously worked in a specifications role and will be responsible for managing production and finished product specifications.
The Role
• Manage and maintain current specifications in a number of specification systems.
• Create new specifications within strict deadlines.
• Be a key contact in managing discussions with a range of stakeholders when required.
• Ensuring all raw materials conform to finished product requirements and be familiar with the specifications of these.
• Manage finished product approval process and liaise with all other relevant teams across factories.
• Monitor specification status by managing trackers.
• Explore specification data quality opportunities and business process improvements.
• Support other teams in transferring existing finished product specs.
The Person
• Proven experience in an FMCG or food manufacturing industry.
• Experience working with specifications systems software for major UK retailers.
• A degree in Food Science or related discipline would be desirable.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
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