Technical Manager (Technical Textiles)

As Technical Manager you will be responsible for taking the lead across product and process development activities to meet the companies R&D / Marketing objectives, coordinating laboratory testing resources in line with ISO 9001:2000, CE Marking and other customer specific standards.



Technical Manager - Key Responsibilities



  • Work with customers to develop new products and processes, advising choice of fabrics, specification enquiries, and properties.

  • Co-ordinate internal and external non-conformances / complaints to ensure timely root cause analysis, corrective action and continuous improvement of manufacturing operations.

  • Provide on time release documentation to customers in accordance with stated requirements

  • Assist in the development of all employees in respect of quality management systems / standards & customer requirements.

  • Issue experimental / temporary manufacturing instructions, organising and maintaining records of all trials undertaken.

  • Take a key role in the Contract Review process.

  • Review and prepare capital expenditure proposals for new equipment and improvements to manufacturing facilities.

  • Provide data sheets, specifications, Health & Safety data sheets and other technical literature.

  • Co-ordinate testing and trials of new products and processes which become available

  • Ensure the company is up to date with patents and trademark renewals

  • Arrange and supervise external testing as required.

  • Assist with analysis, specifications, test methods and release queries in the laboratory.

  • Co-ordinate and be involved in annual audits that are conducted by 3rd party organisations and customers for various products and processes.



Technical Manager - Experience Requirements



  • Educated to Degree Level within a relevant technical discipline

  • Previous experience of coordinating / managing Laboratory Testing activities

  • Previous experience of Technical Textiles and/or fire, thermal or protective applications is essential



For further details on this exciting opportunity please contact Jason Wallis in the first instance


  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Permanent
  • Rate: £45000 - £50000 per annum
  • Location: Greater Manchester, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: Service Care Solutions Ltd
  • Contact: Jason Wallis
  • Tel: 01772 208967
  • Fax: 01772 471473
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  • Posted: 2024-10-11 10:34:06 -

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