Rubber Technical Manager

Are you a rubber compounding expert? Do you want a role with a clear route to progression? Are you open to relocation? We’re supporting a long-standing partner and global leader in technical textiles in their search for a Technical Manager to lead their rubber compounding development and lab team. This is a business we know extremely well. We’ve placed a number of people here over the years and their retention is phenomenal; people join, progress and build long-term careers. It’s a fantastic business to join. What you’ll get * £ highly competitive (DOE) * 33 days holiday * Life assurance * Healthcare benefits * Company pension contribution * Clear route to progression within a global organisation * Long-term stability with a business known for excellent staff retention * A company that genuinely invests in its people, facilities and product innovation 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 • Solid, hands-on experience in rubber compounding (essential) • Experience managing or leading a sizeable technical or lab team • Strong understanding of product development, testing and ISO/industry standards • Confident working with customers and providing clear technical guidance • Commercially aware, solutions-focused and comfortable influencing decisions • Someone who leads by example and values team development, collaboration and quality 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 • Lead rubber compounding product and process development aligned to company and customer objectives • Manage and develop the laboratory team and wider technical function • Produce recipes, mix cycles and testing specifications for rubber compounds • Ensure all compounds meet British, International and customer-specific standards • Investigate and resolve internal and customer non-conformances • Support sales with technical expertise and accurate costings • Oversee external testing, trials and commissioning activity as required • Stay ahead of developments in materials, technologies and competitor products • Contribute directly to product innovation and long-term technical strategy 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 • Highly respected global manufacturer • Exceptional staff retention and long-term career stability • Clear progression opportunities within a global structure • Investment in people, R&D and technical capability