Technical Manager
Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Blackrod, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
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.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
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.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Reference: 225328973
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Technical Manager
Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Blackrod, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
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.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
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.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Reference: 225328973
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