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Technical Manager

Posted 10 May by Layka Recruitment
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We are supporting our Molesey based client in their recruitment of a Technical Manager for a 1 years maternity contract. Salary up to £50,000, hybrid working, 25 days holiday and Christmas closure. 

With a mix of their own label and branded products, they sell to c2000 customers across several countries including the UK.

They are now seeking a highly motivated, passionate and reliable individual with an excellent eye for detail to join their close-knit team handling all of their technical and regulatory needs. This is a fast-paced and ever-changing role and as such, they are looking for a highly flexible and adaptable candidate who is happy to get involved in all aspects of the role. You will have at least 3-4 years’ experience in a technical role.

The principal duties within this role are:
  • Overseeing the Product Technologist and ensuring all projects are running to time
  • Assessing products for safety and performance
  • Being aware and on top of all global product regulations
  • Putting together SDS and CLP details
  • Overseeing PCN for the required markets
  • Giving technical support to the OEM team during client meetings
  • Managing the supplier manual and onboarding new suppliers
  • Ensuring all factory audits are up to date and any issues resolved
  • Offering technical support and quality assurance advice to all product development projects across A&B and OEM
  • Ownership of the QC and QA processes and ensuring quality checks are undertaken for all deliveries in
  • Putting together product specs and completing product files for new lines to send to our suppliers/manufacturers
  • Ensuring manufacturer consistency, with visits where required
  • Looking after all general technical queries from the wider team and from clients
  • Managing the Japanese customer from a technical viewpoint
  • Implementing ISO9001 and beyond 

Person Specification:
  • Adaptable and flexible – needs to maintain effectiveness and organisation in a fast moving/changing environment with varying tasks
  • Highly organised in all tasks
  • Ideally needs knowledge of a product development process
  • Can do attitude – proactive and takes initiative
  • Meticulous with attention to detail
  • Ability to work alone and within a team
  • Excellent communication skills with suppliers across the world
  • Ability to handle pressure and be able to multi-task
  • Proven time keeping and efficiency
  • Microsoft Office knowledge – Word, Excel & PowerPoint
  • Prior knowledge of global regulations would be beneficial but not essential
  • Prior knowledge of Formpak and IUCLID software would be an advantage, but training will be provided on both systems

Reference: 52623802

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