At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovation and quality in anodising processes at a top UK specialist.
- Company: Join a market leader in high-performance metal finishing solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy half-day Fridays, a pension scheme, and opportunities for international travel.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career development and exposure to industry events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the metal finishing industry with your technical expertise.
- Qualifications: Higher qualification in chemistry or materials science and hands-on experience in metal finishing.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Join the UKs leading anodising specialist! Our client is recruiting a Technical and Quality Manager to lead innovation and quality at their Coventry site, with great benefits and excellent career development.
Our client is a market-leading provider of high-performance metal finishing solutions, specialising in advanced anodising and surface coating technologies. With over 70 years of industry expertise, they supply critical sectors including aerospace, motorsport, and engineering with technical precision, compliance, and innovation. Their modern facility includes multiple anodising lines, two on-site laboratories, and internationally recognised quality and environmental certifications (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001).
The Role
Our client is seeking a technically skilled and motivated Technical and Quality Manager to join their senior management team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in technical innovation, quality assurance, laboratory management, and continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead technical operations across anodising and metal finishing processes
- Resolve technical, quality, and health & safety issues with hands-on support
- Manage laboratory operations and maintain high analytical standards
- Provide technical advice to customers at pre- and post-sales stages
- Implement and maintain compliance with quality and environmental standards
- Deliver internal training and best practice initiatives across teams
- Represent the business at industry events and international trade shows
- Manage technical documentation and support performance reporting
Benefits:
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Half-day Fridays
- Training, learning, and development opportunities
- Exposure to international travel for events and best practice exchange
The Ideal Candidate
You will bring a blend of technical knowledge, practical experience, and excellent communication skills. You will be equally comfortable operating in the laboratory and on the shop floor, and confident liaising with clients and stakeholders at all levels.
More about you:
- Higher qualification in chemistry, metallurgy, materials science, or similar
- Experience in hands-on metal finishing ideally anodising or electroplating
- Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Analytical thinking and strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with laboratory practices and production environments
- Member of the Institute of Materials Finishing (IMF)
- Qualifications or experience in ISO management systems and H&S (desirable)
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-established leader in the metal finishing industry. Apply today and help shape the future of anodising innovation.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click apply today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Technical and Quality Manager in Warrington employer: Brita Finish/Aluminium Surface Engineering
Join a market leader in anodising and metal finishing solutions, where innovation meets quality at our Coventry site. Enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development with opportunities for training, international travel, and a unique half-day Friday schedule. With over 70 years of expertise, we offer a dynamic environment that fosters technical excellence and career growth, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Brita Finish/Aluminium Surface Engineering Recruitment Team
