Research And Development Manager

Description

• Manage departmental expenditure
• Manage the Company’s R&D resource to ensure the department achieves its overall objectives
• Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing and Technical Services in the testing of customer products and supporting the preparation of technical literature
• Supervise introduction of new products into the manufacturing process
• Plan and deliver development of new products and prepare innovative projects to ensure business growth of the Company
• Provide technical support to Quality Control in setting up relevant test schedules and resolving quality issues
• Manage and operate the department in accordance with the Company’s Integrated Policy and Procedure Manual and the requirements of BS ISO 9001
• Manage raw material programme
• Investigate and resolve causes of out of specification products, particularly regarding Factory Production Control test results
• Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant technologies and potential innovations
• Provide analytical service to the UK Businesses to help resolve customer problems, analyse competitors’ products, raw materials etc

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years' experience within a technical role, preferably within ceramics, adhesives or construction industries together with a degree level science qualification, or membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry as a Chartered Chemist or Member.

Benefits

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team, with opportunities to grow your skills and make a real impact. We value initiative, care about our people and are committed to continuous improvement.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance