Food Specifications Technologist

Our client has an exciting role for a Food Specifications Technologist to support the various teams and to work with the Change & Specifications Manager. This is a hybrid role, working from the office & from home. this role is 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Main Duties will include:
* Supporting the migration of quality contracts using Excel
* Review, update and maintain product specifications
* Conducting details reviews of food service specifications to ensure that they meet internal standards in terms of compliance and accuracy
* Maintain the packaging database
* Respond to any other technical requests and support the Change Manager on project based activities
* Managing finished Product specifications (retail, brand and food service)
* Submitting specifications accurately
* Maintain the specifications and artwork tracker
* Ensure the artwork complies with customer requirements
* Maintain clear records and documentation
Requirements:
* Science or Technology based degree or equivalent degree or relevant experience
* Excellent communication skills
* Good attention to detail & ability to escalate issues to head office
* We are looking for an individual with experience of dealing with one or more of the major retailers from a technical point of view.
* Excellent IT skills including MS Office (Word & Excel)
* Ability to escalate issues
* Pro-active and excellent problem solving skills
* Understanding of food