We are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to lead product development process control and testing ensuring toptier product performance and quality. You will drive continuous improvement in product design raw material evaluation and formulation optimization while ensuring compliance with ISO standards. This role also involves managing technical operations resources and budgets and collaborating with external stakeholders to uphold safety and quality standards across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical team in driving continuous improvement in product design and quality performance through product competitor raw material and process evaluations.
- Ensure all products comply with local regulations and company policies for health safety and the environment.
- Manage compliance with ISO 9001 and implement ongoing improvements in operational processes to ensure superior product quality.
- Oversee technical operations and resources to ensure costeffective production product fitness and profitability.
- Ensure robust inprocess controls and testing promoting a rightfirsttime culture throughout the business.
- Lead the calibration and control of all equipment to maintain optimal process and quality controls.
- Manage recruitment training and development of technical personnel to support both current and future business needs.
- Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies (KPIs) for all aspects of the technical function including new product development raw material quality and complaint resolution.
- Initiate programs to streamline product development and quality control adhering to LEAN principles and ISO standards.
- Control budgets and resources for the technical department s activities and ensure effective team collaboration.
- Participate in senior management meetings to help shape strategic direction and lead technical meetings to resolve operational and quality issues.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry Industrial Chemistry Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field.
- Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in a technical management role.
- Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and achieving exceptional results in product design quality control and operational efficiency.
- Indepth knowledge of business objectives and their application to product development and quality management.
- Strong problemsolving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
- Experience with paint formulation design and quality testing is highly desirable.
- Highly organized and confident in presenting and managing teams.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop highperforming teams.