Specification Technologist - Graduate
Posted 2 days ago by Valeo Foods UK
At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.
But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.
Reporting to the Regulatory and Specifications Manager, the role is to become a subject matter expert on both internal and external product specifications, providing ownership of branded and international artwork approval and undertaking completion of internal and customer questionnaires where required.
- Completion of branded and international specifications, obtaining information from the wider business, and providing it to the customer in their defined format, on time.
- Ensuring Legal Compliance to back of pack declarations and communications.
- Undertake artwork checks, label creation and checks, ensuring compliance to all relevant legal expectations, along with pack copy specifications and escalate any amendments that may be required.
- Prioritise projects to deliver on time, as per the critical path.
- Establish, document, and maintain legal standards and expectations, supporting the business through any changes in legislation.
- Support the Regulatory and Specifications Manager with the completion of monthly Horizon Scanning.
- Provide detailed advice on ingredient usage and support the business when identifying new ingredients and processes.
- Review nutritional information and communicate finding to internal and external customers.
- Support the wider business with external legislation and government advice as necessary.
- Maintain internal specification management trackers.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail
- Organised with a clear ability to prioritise.
- Capable of working independently
- Experience
- Preferably a Food related degree or equivalent.
- No prior experience is necessary, full training will be given
What we offer you in return
- £28,000 - £30,000
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Matched pension scheme
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Canteen
- Free parking
- Staff discount / staff shop
- And plenty more!
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
- Contact Name:
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- Job Reference:
- REF260Z
- Job ID:
- 221944353
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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