Specifications Technologist

Location: Greater Manchester Overview: This is a rare opportunity to join a strong technical team, and an exciting time to join a great business who are going from strength to strength. Responsibilities:• You’ll be coaching and developing your team for the maintenance of the internal audits • Maintain site QMS and associated documentation in line with changes to legislation, customer and industry standards/codes of practice to assure compliance. • Preparation for audits and customer visits ensuring all documentation is up to date.• As Technical Services Manager, you will drive a food safety culture across the business. • Maintaining reports on customer complaints, quality performance and internal audits. Supporting cross functional teams on internal and external audits. Experience Required:• Degree in Food Science (preferred) with experience in technical services in a fast-paced food environment.• The Technical Services Manager will need Lead Auditor/Internal Auditing experience.• Experience managing and motivating a team• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised, with the ability to balance day-to-day needs with long-term objectives. Company Overview:This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward thinking, proactive and innovative company with recent investment which has resulted in strong and stable growth. This company have a collaborative culture and a focus on progression and development for every level of the business. We are seeking applications from talented Technical Service Managers, Compliance Managers and Quality Assurance Managers who live within Manchester, Bury, Wigan, Rochdale, Oldham, Bolton and Greater Manchester. If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference CH/TNT/2575 to carole@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 0161 399 1575/ 07899 686690 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the full legal right to work in the UK Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: United Kingdom Overview: Our client is looking for an experienced Interim Specifications Technologist, who will be responsible for the completion of all specifications both customer and internal. Key Responsibilities: • Produce and manage detailed internal finished product specifications and customer specifications in the format dedicated by the customer. • Understand each retailers’ requirements and advise site accordingly of any gaps. • Validation of all product labels to ensure they accurately reflect specifications and comply with labelling regulations and legal requirements. • Gap analysis of all current raw material specifications for internal use ensuring that regular updates of specifications are obtained and approved. Requirements: • Previous experience of working with retailer specifications is essential. • Good knowledge & understanding of retailer standards & food labelling legislation. • Proven experience as a Specifications Technologist or a similar role within the food industry. The Offering: Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses. We are seeking applications from experienced Specification Technologists, Compliance Officers or Compliance Technologists. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Greater ManchesterOverview:This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA Manager to join a well-established food business. The site is committed to maintaining the highest standards throughout the business. It is an inclusive company and want candidates to grow and develop with them. About you…• You will be HACCP level 4 trained with experience in a technical or quality leadership role. • As QA Manager, you will be experience in food safety systems and regulatory compliance • Strong management and leadership skills• Familiar with ERP, quality management software and reporting tools• Good knowledge of functional ingredients and process technologies • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills What will you be doing?• Oversee product quality, food safety and regulatory compliance• Ensure all products meet internal and customer standards• Lead the technical aspects of NPD working closely with innovation and project teams• The QA Manager will oversee the management of consumer and customer complaints • Manage existing quality management systems making continuous improvement to this• Supplier approval and manage audits across QMS Standards So, what can they offer you?You’ll be joining a business that really values their people. They have long servers in the business and opportunities for candidates to really develop their careers. We are keen to speak with QA Managers, Senior QA Supervisors, Food Safety & Quality Managers, Quality Compliance Managers, and Quality Systems Managers based within Greater Manchester, Manchester, Stockport, Trafford Park, Marple and surrounding areas. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2523 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Greater ManchesterOverview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Packaging Compliance Specialist to join a well-established food business. The site is committed to maintaining the highest standards throughout the business. It is an inclusive company and want candidates to grow and develop with them. About you…• Experience of packaging obligations and technical packaging compliance• Working knowledge of process flows, specifications and artwork• IT Literate including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams• Knowledge and experience with different packaging formats• Communication skills with key suppliers and stakeholders within the business • Strong analytical and numerical skills What will you be doing?• Complete ownership of packaging obligations tracking and submissions• Packaging technical compliance full ownership of technical packaging requirements • Review systems and processes to find better ways of working• Artwork checks support working with artwork lead to ensure full compliance• Packaging supplier audits/visits as and when required• Identifying and implementing cost savings opportunities where possible So, what can they offer you?You’ll be joining a business that really values their people. They have long servers in the business and opportunities for candidates to really develop their careers. We are keen to speak with Packaging and Compliance Technologists, Packaging and Regulatory Technologist, Packaging Compliance Specialists, Packaging and Product Compliance Technologists and Packaging and Specification Technologists based within Greater Manchester, Manchester, Stockport, Trafford Park, Marple and surrounding areas. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2524 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: UKOverview: Our food manufacturing client is seeking an Interim Process Technologist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and with a passion for turning innovative ideas into successful product launches. The Candidate:• Food related qualifications and/or several years' experience in a food Manufacturing environment.• Attention to detail, problem solving skills and excellent presentation, communication and engagement skills.• A comprehensive understanding of key food safety principles, including HACCP.• Demonstrate long-term planning capabilities, organisation, influencing and negotiation skills. The Role:• Support the NPD team on trials and capture key metrics.• Manage and review product costings and ensure that trial budgets are managed within budget.• Drive innovation and creativity to ensure products are recognised as best products in class.• Consistently identify efficiencies and yield improvements.• Develop and manage internal documentation and templates for all processes.• Drive initiatives to enhance product quality, meeting and exceeding industry standards.• Strengthen relationships with cross-functional teams and external customers. The Offering:Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses. We are seeking applications from Process Technologists, NPD Technologists, Process Development Technologists and NPD Techs. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: UKOverview: We are seeking an experienced Packaging Technologist for an initial contract for our food manufacturing client. The Candidate• You will be able to exemplify in depth food packaging and systems knowledge and possess a track record of working in fast paced food manufacturing environments. • Happy to get stuck in on the factory floor conducting factory trials. • Having an up-to-date knowledge of packaging and sustainability trends, legislation, challenges and technologies. • Ability to create, innovate and investigate more sustainable practices.• Helpful if you have the following knowledge: WRAP, Plastic Pact, OPRL. The Role:• You’ll be reporting into the Head of NPD working as part of a team.• Assist in building and maintaining the innovation packaging reduction program, driving continuous improvement and sustainable policies.• Assist the NPD team in new concepts and implement packaging formats off the back of this. • Organise and undertake packaging trials.• Engage with Technical & Operations teams to check quality, reports and claims when required. The Offering:Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses. We are seeking applications from Packaging Development Technologists, Packaging Process Technologists, Packaging Innovation Technologists, NPD Packaging Technologists, Senior Packaging Technologists, Packaging & Innovation Managers or Packaging Specialists. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: North WestOverview: We are seeking a Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager for this FMCG manufacturing business, who has outstanding processes and procedures in place and a customer service level to be extremely proud of. That said they can do better, and this is where this role comes in. The Senior Team on site are in touch with everything that happens in the factory and are well thought of by the shop floor staff. Requirements:• As Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager, you will need to have technical experience within a food or pharma manufacturing background to be successful. • Supporting new and existing customers to product manufacture (raw material selection, product trials and feedback etc.) • Raw material review and approval e.g. suitability of new materials, shelf-life review of existing• Managing site monitoring activities e.g. water quality, legionella, hygiene swabbing• Conducting in-house lab analysis• Managing equipment maintenance and calibration (maintain schedule and management contractor visits)• You will be able to demonstrate working collaboratively with all internal departments and external customers.• This is a site based with an earlier finish on a Friday. The Opportunity • This is your chance to be a Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager of an FMCG manufacturing business who are a major player in their sector and who supply the major retailers with their products. • It is a new role within the business which reports to the Head of Technical It is varied and you will be involved in projects, assessing raw materials, working closely with current customers and onboarding new customers.• The company has ambitious growth plans and are already a major player in their field. So, what can they offer you? This is a lovely company to work for. They have a number of staff who have been here 10+ years and are as enthusiastic about the company today as they were when they startedAs a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work. They’re looking to pay c£45,000 to £53,000 depending on experience, plus a host of other benefits. How to applyIf you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/2314. We’re looking to speak to Technical Coordinators, Technical Administrators, Technical Officers, Technical Compliance Coordinators, Technical Managers who live within Lancaster, Preston, Clitheroe, Fleetwood, Blackpool, Blackburn, Burnley, Chorley or surrounding areas. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Home Counties/BuckinghamshireOverview: True North Talent is partnering with a leading food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Technical Manager to lead the Technical function for one of their state of the art manufacturing and distribution sites. This is a senior leadership role for someone who is passionate about food safety, product quality and continuous improvement. About You:• Substantial experience in a senior Quality or Technical leadership role within food manufacturing• Ideally degree qualified in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related discipline• Proven experience managing and developing quality or technical and compliance teams• Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulatory compliance• Confident leading audits and engaging with customers• Excellent communication and leadership skills• Commercial awareness and strong organisational capability • Motivated to build a high-performing quality culture• Calm and solutions-driven when managing incidents What will you be doing?• Lead and develop the Technical team on the site. • Drive food safety and regulatory compliance (HACCP, audit standards, pest control, sanitation)• Oversee customer and third-party audits• Manage customer complaints and CAPA processes, ensuring robust root cause analysis.• Lead mock recalls and incident management processes• Oversee quality documentation and customer certification requirements• Manage and control the Technical budget• Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations• This role will involve regular travel between UK sites, particularly in the first year. What can they offer you?This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Technical agenda within a respected food manufacturing business, with real scope to shape standards, culture and performance. This is a hugely people focussed business who recognise hard work and truly invest in making the site a great place to work. We are seeking applications from talented Technical Managers, Quality & Technical Managers, Quality Manager, Heads of Technical, Quality Leads, who live within Oxfordshire, Thames Valley, Reading, Swindon, Watford, Banbury, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, or the Home Counties. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re ES/TNT/2465 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07564 579301 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: LancashireOverview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Specification Technologist to join a close-knit, high-performing technical team within an established and market-leading food manufacturing business on a fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for compliance, accuracy and cross-functional collaboration to play a key role in ensuring products meet retailer, legal and customer standards. About you…• Reasonable experience within a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.• Experience working with retailer specification portals is essential.• Strong understanding of food labelling legislation, allergen management and nutritional information.• As Specification Technologist, Food Hygiene Level 3 (or above) is preferred.• A degree in Food Science, Nutrition or a related scientific discipline would be advantageous.• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong IT skills.• Confident communicator, able to liaise with internal teams, suppliers and customers.• Bakery knowledge and BRC experience would be desirable. What will you be doing?• Creating, reviewing and maintaining detailed finished product specifications for both own-label and branded products via retailer web-based portals.• Ensuring all specifications comply with UK, EU and relevant food safety, labelling and regulatory requirements.• Reviewing and approving packaging and artwork to ensure full legal and customer compliance.• Providing accurate nutritional, allergen and ingredient information for new and existing products.• As Specification Technologist, you will be managing supplier approval documentation including risk assessments.• Supporting product launches, shelf-life trials and technical sign-off processes.• Acting as a key contact for retailer technical queries, questionnaires and audits.• Maintaining accurate document control and managing internal specification systems.• Supporting customer and third-party audits, including BRC accreditation. So, what can they offer you?An established, market-leading business with a fantastic company culture and strong industry reputation. The opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking technical team that values collaboration and continuous improvement. Ongoing professional development and the chance to broaden your technical exposure within a dynamic food manufacturing environment. We are keen to speak with talented Specifications Technologists / Spec Tech’s / Specification Writers / Labelling Technologists who live within Burnley, Blackburn, Bolton, Manchester, Preston, Bradford and surrounding areas. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/2440 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: EssexOverview: A dynamic and growing food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Technical Compliance Manager to take ownership of the site’s Quality Management System and drive food safety and compliance standards across the business. As the company continues its exciting growth journey toward and beyond BRCGS accreditation, this role will be pivotal in ensuring audit readiness, robust systems, and a strong food safety culture.Working closely with the Technical Manager, this is an ideal opportunity for a detail-driven technical professional who thrives on systems, governance, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. About You• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline• Relevant experience in a Quality Systems, Compliance, or Technical role within UK food manufacturing• As Technical Manager, you will have a strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety standards, HACCP, and UK/EU food legislation• Experience leading internal audits and supporting third-party audits and inspections• A highly organised, detail-focused individual who can balance governance with practical site needs• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with Production, NPD and Hygiene teams• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, QMS platforms and retailer portals What You’ll Be Doing:• Taking full ownership of the site’s Food Safety & Quality Management System (FS/QMS) in line with BRCGS Issue 9 standards• Managing document control, ensuring policies, procedures, SOPs, and work instructions are current, controlled, and audit-ready• Leading internal audits, managing non-conformances, and driving effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)• As compliance Manager, you will be leading the annual HACCP review and supporting food safety risk assessments across the site• Ensuring compliance with UK food safety legislation, FSA guidance, and legal requirements including allergens, labelling, and traceability• Managing the supplier assurance programme, ensuring robust specifications and appropriate accreditation are in place• Keeping up to date with legislative and regulatory changes and ensuring ongoing audit readiness• Developing and delivering training related to QMS, compliance, and food safety systems• Supporting site-wide food safety and quality initiatives, embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Desirable:• Lead Auditor qualification (BRCGS or ISO 22000)• Level 3 or 4 Food Safety and HACCP• Experience within chilled or high-care food manufacturing environments What can they offer you?• Up to 10% bonus• Private medical insurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Quarterly socials• Annual company socials• Additional company benefits We are seeking applications from talented Technical Compliance / Systems Managers who lie within the surrounding areas of Brentwood, Essex, Romford or London True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our specialist recruiters operate across Operations, Engineering, Technical, NPD, Supply Chain, and Commercial functions. We may hold your data in line with our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications received, we can only contact successful applicants.