At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product development and optimise processes in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a privately owned chemical manufacturer focused on innovation and customer solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, holidays, pension, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal for problem solvers with excellent analytical skills and stakeholder engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that values quality, sustainability, and customer focus.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry, leadership experience, and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
Alchem Partners are excited to be engaged as the search partner to a privately owned chemical manufacturer and distributor, based in the Derbyshire area. They are a business whose focus is providing solutions to their customers, adding real value and inspiring innovation across the group. Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Technical Manager during a period of change through growth including the introduction of new products and processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated customer centric individual to join an established team, with the scope to make a real impact both internally and externally.
The successful applicant is commercially minded and will have a true passion for quality and sustainability and a hunger to make a real difference within a customer focussed environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with customers to develop new products and lead their introduction into production
- Working with engineering and production to develop both new processes and support the optimisation of current processes
- Provide support in the management of the Quality Management System
- Drive improvement in the commercial success of the products
- Lead the Technical function, ensuring coaching, support and mentoring of the team
Essential Criteria
- Degree in Chemistry or related scientific subject
- Significant experience at leadership level in a similar role, one with both technical and commercial responsibility
- Significant exposure to Wet Chemistry particularly in Inorganic Chemistry
- Proven experience managing technical projects and leading cross functional teams
- Strong experience of process improvement, QMS and ISO systems
- Experience in Health and Safety Management where appropriate
- Project Management experience
This role will suit an individual who not only has the above experiences/qualifications but someone who is a true problem solver, a person with excellent analytical skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
In return our client is offering a salary of c£65,000pa negotiable doe, benefits including private healthcare, holidays, pension etc.
Technical Manager in Glossop employer: Alchem Partners Limited
Alchem Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and innovative work culture where your ideas can truly make an impact. As a family-owned business in the chemical industry, they provide ample opportunities for professional growth, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and enhanced holiday allowances. Join a team that values collaboration and creativity, and be part of a company that is shaping the future of manufacturing and distribution.
