Specifications Technologist
Posted 2 days ago
- Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire
- Permanent
- Excellent Benefits
- £35,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
️ Process Technologist - Hull
Where Innovation Meets Taste
Are you passionate about food, fascinated by how it's made, and ready to play a key role in bringing delicious new products to life? Join our clients dynamic team in Hull as a Process Technologist and help shape the future of food manufacturing!
Reporting to the NPD Manager, you'll be the vital link between kitchen creativity and full-scale production-turning exciting concepts into successful launches. Whether your background is in process, food science, or specifications, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
🔍 What You'll Be Doing
Be the bridge between concept and launch-working cross-functionally to ensure smooth product rollouts.
Lead factory trials, capturing key data (throughput, machine settings, labour, waste, pH, temps, etc.).
Own the capability and launch phases of the NPD process.
Manage internal specs (QAS, recipe cards, process sheets) and customer specs via platforms like Erudus and Asda Engage.
Coordinate shelf-life testing, sensory evaluations, and nutritional analysis.
Review and ensure compliance of customer artwork and internal labels with current legislation.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure food safety and quality are built into every product.
Drive innovation, renovation, and value creation projects.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and maintain top-tier quality.
Present at customer innovation sessions and roadshows-showcase your work with pride!
👤 Who We're Looking For
✅ Experience in a similar role within the food industry is essential.
✅ Proven track record in managing the capability and launch phases of NPD.
✅ Ideal for candidates from a Process/Factory background looking to grow into specifications.
🎯 Detail-oriented, organised, and confident in managing multiple projects.
📊 Strong communicator with the ability to present data clearly and concisely.
💡 A continuous improvement mindset-ready to challenge the norm and drive progress.
🧠 Solid understanding of Food Safety and HACCP principles.
🌟 Why Join?
Be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team that values innovation and quality.
Work on exciting projects that make a real difference on supermarket shelves.
Enjoy opportunities for professional development and cross-functional learning.
Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website
Where Innovation Meets Taste
Are you passionate about food, fascinated by how it's made, and ready to play a key role in bringing delicious new products to life? Join our clients dynamic team in Hull as a Process Technologist and help shape the future of food manufacturing!
Reporting to the NPD Manager, you'll be the vital link between kitchen creativity and full-scale production-turning exciting concepts into successful launches. Whether your background is in process, food science, or specifications, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
🔍 What You'll Be Doing
Be the bridge between concept and launch-working cross-functionally to ensure smooth product rollouts.
Lead factory trials, capturing key data (throughput, machine settings, labour, waste, pH, temps, etc.).
Own the capability and launch phases of the NPD process.
Manage internal specs (QAS, recipe cards, process sheets) and customer specs via platforms like Erudus and Asda Engage.
Coordinate shelf-life testing, sensory evaluations, and nutritional analysis.
Review and ensure compliance of customer artwork and internal labels with current legislation.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure food safety and quality are built into every product.
Drive innovation, renovation, and value creation projects.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and maintain top-tier quality.
Present at customer innovation sessions and roadshows-showcase your work with pride!
👤 Who We're Looking For
✅ Experience in a similar role within the food industry is essential.
✅ Proven track record in managing the capability and launch phases of NPD.
✅ Ideal for candidates from a Process/Factory background looking to grow into specifications.
🎯 Detail-oriented, organised, and confident in managing multiple projects.
📊 Strong communicator with the ability to present data clearly and concisely.
💡 A continuous improvement mindset-ready to challenge the norm and drive progress.
🧠 Solid understanding of Food Safety and HACCP principles.
🌟 Why Join?
Be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team that values innovation and quality.
Work on exciting projects that make a real difference on supermarket shelves.
Enjoy opportunities for professional development and cross-functional learning.
Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website