Technologist food

Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family! Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out. At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. Enhanced pension scheme Private health scheme Employee discount scheme Experience annual pay reviews Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities We are looking for a highly organisedSenior Specification Technologistto join our Technical Services team, playing a key role in delivering accurate specifications, artwork approval and project management for major UK retailers. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working at pace, solving problems, and collaborating across multiple functions while also supporting and developing trainee technologists. Leading specification and artwork activity for allocated customer accounts, ensuring all data is accurate, compliant and delivered on time. Managing launch and housekeeping specifications, following critical paths and supporting NPD, Process and Commercial teams from concept to launch. Training and coaching trainee specification technologists, including the use of Oracle and internal systems. Presenting confidently to senior managers and retailers, providing accurate data and updates. Writing and maintaining customer specifications across multiple platforms (including Foods Connected, Excel-based formats and retailer systems). Being available for audit support at both sites (Saladworks & Kettleby Foods), ensuring all specs and documents remain audit-ready. Minimum 2 years specification writing experience within the chilled food industry. Strong understanding of food labelling regulations, retailer guidelines and artwork processes. Ability to travel between both Saladworks and Kettleby Foods as required. Competent in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems. Full UK driving licence required. We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role. Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UKs best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products. Alongside these, were proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Walker & Son. With over 10,000 talented colleagues working across our modern, well-invested food manufacturing sites nationwide, were committed to excellence in everything we dofrom the food we make to the careers we build. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. xkybehq If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative….