Technical Manager - Rubber Compounding

Are you an experienced Technical Manager with experience of the Rubber Compounding industry? If so, I have an exciting opportunity with a family-run Engineering company based in Oldham.KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To manage compounding product and process development activities to satisfy company and customer objectives. Work with customers/potential customers to develop products and processes which reflect their requirements. Visit customers to assist with sales development, technical support or complaint investigation and resolution. Produce Recipes including mix cycles, and test specifications for the Rubber compounding area. Support sales, as required, with the production of accurate costings to enable the issue of customer quotes. Ensure release documentation for customers and all other paperwork is in accordance with stated requirements. Ensure that all relevant Customer and Company standards and specifications are maintained and remain current Ensure all rubber compounds are tested to defined standards British, International Standards or customer specific. To maintain relevant records in accordance with agreed document retention guidelines Ensure all compounding Laboratory test Equipment is serviced and in Calibration Manage and develop the Rubber Compounding laboratory and technical staff ensuring all testing and paperwork is produced in a timely manner and is accurate. Identify and develop potential new products to complement and expand the company''s product ..... full job details .....