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Technical Manager - Greater Manchester

Smart4Sciences is working with a specialist manufacturer within the construction materials sector to recruit a Technical Manager for their site in the North West.

This is a senior opportunity for a technically experienced professional with a strong polymer background and experience leading people within an R&D, NPD or technical environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of the technical function, supporting product development and bringing new products to market.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements

Desirable Experience

Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
Location: Greater Manchester

If you're an experienced polymer professional with strong R&D leadership experience and are interested in taking ownership of a technical function, please apply or get in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

We are working with a leading manufacturer within the construction materials sector to recruit a Technical Manager for their site in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical professional to take ownership of the company's entire technical function, leading product innovation, research and development, and the successful launch of new products to market. Working closely with senior leadership, you will drive the development of advanced insulation and membrane products while managing and developing a growing technical team.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the company's technical function, overseeing all Research & Development and New Product Development activities.
* Drive the development of innovative polymer-based products from concept through to commercial launch.
* Manage and develop the technical team, providing leadership, mentoring, and performance management.
* Identify opportunities for product improvements, innovation, and market differentiation.
* Oversee product formulation, testing, validation, and performance evaluation activities.
* Ensure new products meet relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
* Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Commercial teams to support successful product launches.

Requirements

* Degree educated in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline.
* Strong background within Research & Development or New Product Development environments.
* Proven experience working with polymer-based materials and products.
* Previous experience leading, managing, and developing technical teams.
* Strong understanding of product development processes from concept through to commercialisation.
* Experience within insulation products, construction materials, membranes, or related manufacturing sectors would be highly advantageous.
* Excellent project management and organisational skills.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business.

Smart4Sciences is supporting a leading manufacturing organisation in recruiting a QC Analyst to join their Quality Control team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a laboratory environment, carrying out quality control testing to ensure raw materials and finished products meet both company and customer specifications.

The RolePerform quality control testing of raw materials, finished goods, and other samples as requiredPrepare and analyse samples in accordance with established laboratory proceduresSupport the Quality Manager and Quality Control Manager with routine and ad hoc testing activitiesFollow Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), health and safety regulations, and maintain laboratory housekeeping standardsEnsure the correct storage and disposal of retained production and laboratory samplesValidate laboratory instruments in line with company proceduresManage laboratory consumables and solvent stock, carrying out regular stock checks and arranging replenishment where requiredIssue Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and maintain accurate laboratory records and filing systemsSupport Production, Customer Service, Technical Service, Purchasing, R&D, and Commercial teams through timely and accurate testingIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance laboratory performance and efficiencyUtilise Microsoft Word, Excel, and internal systems including Epicor, BOS, COSHH databases, Torque databases, and email systemsThe CandidateExperience working within a laboratory environmentPrevious experience in a Quality Control roleA Levels or equivalent qualifications in one or more scientific subjectsProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality standardsAbility to manage workloads effectively and work flexibly to meet business needsExcellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across departmentsKnowledge of laboratory health and safety practices and quality procedures

If you're looking to develop your career within a quality-focused laboratory environment and contribute to the delivery of high-quality products, Smart4Sciences would love to hear from you.