Specification Technologist

Job Title - Specification Technologist (Technical Administrator, Food Specification Writer, Technical Coordinator)

Location - Sittingbourne (ME10)

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Shift: Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)

The Specification Technologist will join a well-established FMCG food manufacturer, supporting the Technical Department in delivering accurate and legally compliant product specifications across manufactured and imported ranges. As a Specification Technologist, you will create, review and maintain finished product specifications, manage customer technical documentation, approve artwork, and ensure all labelling meets current food safety legislation. This role offers strong internal training, exposure to retailer specification systems, involvement in audits and NPD projects, and genuine progression within a stable and growing food business.

If you are a detail-focused Specification Technologist looking to develop your career in food compliance and technical systems, this is an excellent opportunity.

Food Manufacturing (FMCG)

• Must have previous experience within a food manufacturing technical or specification role.
• Must have experience writing or managing product specifications.
• Must hold a relevant qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline (Level 3 minimum).
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.

• Strong understanding of food labelling legislation and food safety standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organisational ability.
• Experience managing multiple deadlines and working to critical paths.
• Confident IT skills and experience maintaining technical databases and documentation.

• Experience using retailer specification systems.
• Knowledge of supplier approval processes and risk assessments.
• Exposure to audits (internal, customer, GMP, traceability).
• Experience supporting NPD projects.

• Joining a stable and respected FMCG manufacturer.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Involvement in audits, compliance systems, and customer‑facing technical activities.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Pension scheme, EAP, Cycle to Work scheme, and employee discounts.
• Free on‑site parking.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Adem Halil at Pioneer Selection (phone number removed)