Specifications Technologist

Job Title: Specifications Technologist Location: Glasgow Salary: £26,000 - £33,000 DOE Shift: Monday to Friday with Hybrid Option Available Protea Recruitment is working with a large ambient food manufacturer based in the Glasgow area to find a Specifications Technologist to join their Technical team. This role involves managing product specifications, supporting factory trials, ensuring compliance with customer and legal requirements, and maintaining technical documentation. Key Responsibilities: * Ensure that all required internal and external documentation is completed to specification, with traceability of any changes to recipes or processes * Support factory trials for both customer and internal projects, ensuring documentation is completed and actions are followed up * Establish and document appropriate testing methods and parameters for product components and finished products * Review artwork and packaging against agreed pack copy, legal and company requirements, reporting and addressing any discrepancies * Maintain and update customer portals, responding to alerts and escalating concerns to management when necessary * Oversee raw material and packaging specifications approval and support supplier audits as required * Work closely with NPD, Technical, and Production teams to ensure product specifications align with factory capabilities * Adhere to the company’s HACCP system, identifying any issues with compliance and reporting them to management What We’re Looking For: * Experience in a food manufacturing technical or specifications role (open to a range of experience levels) * Degree in Food Science, Technology, Nutrition (or relevant experience) * Strong knowledge of specifications, food legislation, allergens & labelling * Understanding of HACCP systems and compliance requirements * Excellent organisation and communication skills Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply