Technical Manager

Technical Manager Salary: Up to £75k per annum.

Location: Bolton, fully onsite role, hours 8am - 4pm

Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a degree in Chemistry looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?

We're recruiting for an exciting permanent opportunity with an established and growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a technically minded leader.

This is a genuinely blended role that combines technical leadership, product development, project management, manufacturing support, customer engagement and compliance, making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying their scientific knowledge across multiple areas of the business.

Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you'll play a key role in developing innovative products, supporting customers, improving manufacturing processes and driving technical excellence throughout the organisation. Why Join?

Salary up to £75k per annum

Excellent benefits

Permanent, long term opportunity with a growing manufacturer

Varied and interesting role with no two days the same

Opportunity to lead technical projects from concept through to production

Work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy

Blend of office based technical work, project management and customer interaction

The Role As Technical Manager, you'll lead the Technical Department while acting as the technical expert across the business.

You'll oversee new product development, manage testing and certification, support manufacturing, work directly with customers and suppliers, and ensure products continue to meet the highest quality and regulatory standards.

You'll combine scientific knowledge with commercial awareness, helping customers solve technical challenges while supporting innovation and continuous improvement throughout the business. Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Technical Department

Drive new product development and continuous improvement projects

Provide technical expertise across manufacturing, sales and commercial teams

Manage technical projects from concept through to successful delivery

Support manufacturing by resolving technical issues and improving production processes

Oversee product testing, validation and certification activities

Ensure compliance of raw materials and finished products

Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturing partners

Provide technical support and advice to customers

Investigate product performance and solve complex technical challenges

Manage technical documentation and product specifications

Support business strategy through innovation and product development

Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for improvement

About You We're looking for an experienced Technical Manager who enjoys combining scientific expertise with practical problem solving and leadership.

To be successful you'll need

A degree in Chemistry or another relevant Science discipline such as Materials Science, Chemical Science or a closely related subject

Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Technical role within manufacturing

Strong product development experience

Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments

Knowledge of product testing, validation, certification and regulatory compliance

Excellent leadership and communication skills

The ability to explain technical information clearly to both colleagues and customers

A proactive approach with excellent problem solving skills

Commercial awareness and the ability to balance innovation with business objectives

Why This Opportunity? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where your scientific knowledge will genuinely make a difference.

Rather than being focused solely on managing a technical department, you'll enjoy a broad and rewarding position that combines leadership, innovation, customer interaction, manufacturing support and product development. You'll work across the entire product lifecycle, influence key business decisions and play a major role in the company's future growth.

If you're an experienced Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Scientist looking for a varied permanent opportunity where you can develop your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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