Cranleigh
Location
Suffolk | United Kingdom
Job description
Our client is a leading supplier and manufacturer of machinery to the chemicals industry. They are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join the Coatings division where you would play an integral part in leading the Company’s research activities. The ideal candidate will come from a material, chemical, or related industry and have proven experience operating at leadership level in an R&D environment.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
To play an integral part in leading the Company’s research activities
To establish and enhance the scientific and technological aspects of coating processes on steel substrates.
To drive continuous improvement in the development of technical product performance.
General Responsibilities
To support the Technical & Process Development Director with materials engineering aspects of research and development programmes to meet the needs of the Company’s strategic plans.
To manage the programme of work on all development projects relating to the Company’s coating processes and coatings process lines, from laboratory scale concepts and trials to fully implemented production solutions.
To manage and lead research and development projects associated with new coating materials and application technologies, providing regular progress reporting to all interested parties.
To manage and lead development programmes with glass and epoxy coating material suppliers on projects that are aligned with the Company’s strategic plans.
To play a leading role in the management and co-ordination of research and development projects with academic and other external partners.
To be responsible for reviewing the existing body of process knowledge and to enhance this using an evidence-based approach through an ongoing continuous improvement programme of research and development.
To manage and lead in studies that assess the processing conditions of substrates and the resultant effects on finished product quality.
To contribute to the ongoing opportunities related to improved product quality and general operational efficiencies.
To manage the coatings team to deliver tasks and activities relating to identifying non-optimal process conditions, increasing plant efficiency, and troubleshooting any deficiencies in coatings and their respective process lines.
To ensure testing on product quality is carried out that demonstrates compliance with the Company’s quality standards.
To produce technical reports and papers, for both internal and external audiences, on all aspects of coating and process development projects.
To maintain a thorough technical knowledge of all existing standard products and their material properties.
To develop market and competitive process knowledge.
To provide technical input into research and development on specific manufacturing related projects and contribute to capital investment proposals.
To promote excellence in terms of Safety and attitude, inspiring others through personal conduct and setting of standards.
To carry out any other duties that may reasonably be requested giving due regard to your role.
Experience Required:
Ideally a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a Materials, Engineering, or Chemistry related discipline. Other science or technical disciplines will also be considered.
Proven experience in a similar or related position.
Proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective.
Proven ability to develop project plans and manage individual deadlines and goals.
A demonstrable ability of managing development projects simultaneously in line with the Company’s strategic framework, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications.
Strong teamwork skills.
Excellent communication, organisation, and motivational skills, with the ability to coach individuals.
Ability to work using your initiative to a high standard with excellent attention to detail.
The ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Robust but pragmatic style of working with peers, not afraid to challenge the status quo both internally and externally.
Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands.
Open style and a team player, with initiative and drive.
Comfortable taking a hands-on approach when required.
A technical background in manufacturing or coatings processes is preferred but not essential.
£Competitive + Benefits
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to [email protected]
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