Fluids NPI Lead in Liverpool

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Group Operations Fluids New Product Introduction team, based at our Liverpool ink manufacturing site. You will work closely with our ink development, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure that new ink developments are transitioned from design to robust industrialised products suitable for release to global customers.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Lead the Group Operations Fluids New Product Introduction team supporting new ink product developments across all printing technologies.
• Develop and coach the team delivering the best possible project outcomes.
• Deliver products to launch on time and to cost target with agreed scale‑up plans.
• Support seamless transition of new products from concept to full‑scale production.
• Collaborate with the ink development and manufacturing site teams to ensure suitability of design for manufacture.
• Champion the assessment and implementation of improved process, filling and handling automation equipment.
• Drive process efficiency improvement as part of NPI delivery.
• Ensure manufacturing protocols and SOP’s deliver products meeting tight specifications and adherence to GMP guidelines.
• Participate in the design, purchasing, installation and commissioning of any new manufacturing equipment that may be required.
• Integrate as a key member of our ink development project teams, ensuring that new products designed are robust and suitable for volume manufacture.
• Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping in all areas.
• Ensure all Health and Safety policies and procedures are always adhered to.

About you

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and commercially minded process or chemical engineer with a good understanding of equipment automation who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment. You will need to be a competent leader with good organisational and problem‑solving skills. Our ideal candidate will be an analytical thinker with an inquisitive mind, who pays attention to the details and knows how to extract the best from their team. Domino is investing in a continuous improvement culture, adopting Lean practices and the ideal candidates will be motivated by the opportunity to be instrumental in driving positive change to contribute to the company's continued growth and success.

Requirements

• A degree or higher qualification in Chemical/Process Engineering, Equipment Automation or related discipline.
• Experience of specifying, evaluating and delivering automated processing equipment.
• Passion for innovation, programme discipline and process optimisation.
• Strong awareness of process safety.
• Ability to engage, coach and motivate a team working across multi‑technology and multi‑site projects.
• Capable to analyse data, collaborate effectively, and drive cost efficiencies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience of working within automated ink/coating or packaging design and manufacturing environments would be advantageous.

What you can expect

As a talented individual working at Domino, you can expect a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

• 25 days of basic holiday, plus options to buy or sell additional days, ensuring you have ample time to relax and recharge.
• A discretionary bonus scheme, a testament to your hard work and dedication.
• Life insurance, providing security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Medical insurance with the option of purchasing a health cash plan, dental insurance, travel insurance and cycle to work scheme, ensuring your health is always a top priority.
• Join our green car scheme, a step towards a more environmentally friendly commute.
• Pension plan, starting with 8% employer contributions.

Due to the nature of this role the successful candidate will need to complete a full 5 years’ employment/educational references, a DBS check, and a health assessment. These will need to be completed before the successful candidate can start the role.