Technical Manager

Technical Manager required on a permanent basis, based in Greater Manchester. Requiring proven industrial experience of the polymer industry in a technical capacity, as well as strong leadership/management experience.

Title: Technical Manager

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a well-established manufacturer of speciality chemical products for the polymer industry who have been consistently growing for a number of years. As they are currently going through an expansion plan, they are seeking to hire a Technical Manager at their site based in Greater Manchester. This role will primarily involve leading the companies technical and development work, including technical service, R&D and NPD. This role will suit candidates who have similar experience and are looking to further their career.

Role / Description

• Lead all R&D and NPD work within the company
• Liaising directly with customers & clients to provide technical support.
• Responding to technical enquires and investigating / resolving complaints.
• Provide product training & support both internally & externally as a technical & applications expert within the company.
• Conduct application & stability testing of new and existing products using a range of techniques.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new products.
• Travelling throughout the UK and potentially within Europe visiting new & existing customers to provide onsite technical support & develop new business.
• Supporting in development projects of new and existing products.

Requirements

• A degree or similar qualification in Chemistry or a related field
• Proven industrial experience within a leadership or management role
• Previous experience of providing technical support/hands-on formulation and development of polymer products
• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
• Well organised with good time management skills
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn and self-motivated

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