Technical Manager in Manchester

Are you a rubber compounding specialist ready to step into a senior technical leadership role?

We’ve partnered with a global leader in technical textiles, based near Oldham, to appoint a Technical Manager to lead their rubber compounding development and lab team.

We’ve worked with this business for nearly 20 years. They invest in their people and products, some of their staff have worked there for over 30 years. It’s a great time to join them.

This is a role with real influence; shaping products, supporting customers and helping drive the future direction of technical development.

What You’ll Get

• £ highly competitive (DOE)
• 33 days holiday
• Life assurance
• Healthcare benefits
• Company pension contribution
• Clear route to progression within a global organisation
• Long-term stability with a business known for excellent staff retention
• A company that genuinely invests in its people, facilities and product innovation

About You

• Solid, hands-on experience in rubber compounding (essential)
• Experience managing or leading a sizeable technical or lab team
• Strong understanding of product development, testing and ISO/industry standards
• Confident working with customers and providing clear technical guidance
• Commercially aware, solutions-focused and comfortable influencing decisions
• Someone who leads by example and values team development, collaboration and quality

About the Role

• Lead rubber compounding product and process development aligned to company and customer objectives
• Manage and develop the laboratory team and wider technical function
• Produce recipes, mix cycles and testing specifications for rubber compounds
• Ensure all compounds meet British, International and customer-specific standards
• Investigate and resolve internal and customer non-conformances
• Support sales with technical expertise and accurate costings
• Oversee external testing, trials and commissioning activity as required
• Stay ahead of developments in materials, technologies and competitor products
• Contribute directly to product innovation and long-term technical strategy

About the Company

• Global leader in technical textiles
• Long-established, stable and growing business
• Excellent staff retention and strong internal progression
• Significant ongoing investment in people, technology and product development
• Supportive, collaborative culture where technical expertise and values matter

This won’t be around for long. Send your CV now or call 0161 883 2126 for a confidential chat.