SRG are working with a specialist manufacturer in the electroplating, surface finishing and precious metals industry in the West Midlands. Seeking a Technical Manager to start ASAP, offering £45,000-£60,000 salary plus bonus, to take on a hands‑on, influential role providing technical expertise to UK customers while supporting production, sales and quality through lab work, problem‑solving and process improvement.
Technical Manager
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum + bonus + 10% non-contributory pension scheme
Industry: Electroplating / Surface Finishing / Precious Metals
A great opportunity to step into a genuinely influential technical role with a specialist manufacturer who are investing heavily in their people, their technology and their future.
SRG are supporting a well‑established specialist manufacturer in the metals industry as they look to continue their strong start to the year. They are now looking for a Technical Manager who can be the go-to technical expert for their UK customers.
This is a hands‑on role at the heart of operations - ideal for someone who enjoys being in the lab, solving problems and building strong relationships with customers. You'll work closely with production, sales and quality teams, strengthening processes and ensuring customers get the highest standard of technical support.
What you'll be doing:
Technical & Laboratory Support
Providing hands‑on technical expertise in the lab
Troubleshooting electroplating and surface finishing processes
Running trials, testing and product evaluations
Driving process optimisation and continuous improvement
Customer & Commercial Support
Acting as the primary technical contact for UK customers
Supporting customer sites to with process issues, improvements and training
Partnering with sales teams on trials, meetings and new opportunities
Building strong, long term customer relationships through technical credibility
Operational & Site Support
Working closely with site operations to keep daily activities running smoothly
Supporting scale‑up of new processes and customer introductions
Contributing to operational efficiency and best practice
Leading audits, documentation and ensuring safe working practices
Who we're looking for:
A degree (or equivalent experience) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar
Strong background in electroplating, surface finishing, wet chemical processes or related
Someone who's comfortable getting hands‑on in the lab
Confidence dealing directly with customers to provide technical support and expertise
A practical, solutions‑focused mindset
Experience in ISO‑regulated manufacturing
SAP or ERP experience is a bonusIf you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Tom on (phone number removed).
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