Application Development and Technical Services Manager

Are you someone who enjoys identifying new product or market opportunities through technical insight? Do you have experience leading innovation projects from concept to customer validation? Would you be interested in a role that mixes hands?on lab work with high?level technical leadership? The Opportunity A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced technical specialist to lead innovation and application development within the adhesives and sealants sector. This senior role offers a blend of hands?on polymer chemistry, strategic technical direction, and cross?functional leadership within a modern, well?equipped innovation centre. Your duties and responsibilities will be To lead short to long term programs and innovation projects related to the synthesis and development of new Capa materials and products. Develop the methods for processing and testing adhesives and sealants containing new Capa polyols. Lead the activities of the Adhesives and Sealants applications laboratory. To observe legislative, safety, and environmental requirements of the Warrington site. Ensure effective and productive use of resources and deliver results on time and in a quality assured way in support of innovation and technical services projects and support activities To comply with Ingevity Group IT and confidentiality procedures and policies Identify opportunities for improvement in the department across new products, processes, applications, analytical areas/techniques and market ..... full job details .....