Owen Daniels
Technical Manager
Cheshire
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Permanent, Full Time
We are working with an established manufacturer who supply high-quality components into the Aerospace, Oil & Gas, and General Engineering sectors. We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically driven engineering professional to lead technical operations, support continuous improvement initiatives, and drive New Product Introduction (NPI) activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Technical Manager, you will lead the technical engineering team and take responsibility for all technical aspects of the manufacturing processes, including Wax, Shell, Foundry, and Finishing operations. You will play a key role in driving process improvements, managing tooling projects, supporting new product development, and ensuring products are manufactured in line with customer specifications and quality requirements.
Technical Manager
Job Description
- Lead and manage the Technical Engineering team.
- Provide technical guidance and support across all departments.
- Manage technical aspects & operations.
- Oversee tooling design, procurement, modification, and implementation.
- Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept through to production.
- Manage tooling projects to ensure timely delivery and successful implementation.
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Conduct Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and implement corrective measures.
- Produce and analyse scrap and rework reports, identifying trends and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure production processes comply with customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, Commercial, and Sales teams to resolve technical issues.
- Ensure all routings (PFEP) and process documentation are accurate and maintained.
- Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Investigate non-conforming products and support corrective action implementation.
- Prepare and present monthly performance and technical reports.
- Promote and maintain compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members to support business objectives.
Technical Manager
Experience & Qualification
- HND, HNC, Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, or similar leadership role.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes within a technical engineering environment.
- Experience managing engineering projects and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Good IT and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of investment casting processes would be highly advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Company Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare
- 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- Opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business
- Senior leadership position with scope to influence operational and technical strategy
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