An exciting opportunity has arisen (Maidstone, Kent) to shape the future of our Clients UK operations — and potentially step into the Head of Operations role Our Client is seeking a Polymer / Plastics Technical Manager to join their leadership team and take charge of all plastics-related activities across our UK production sites. This is a hands-on, high-impact role at the heart of our operations — from driving new product launches and process improvements to strengthening supplier partnerships and championing operational excellence. This position also offers a unique career progression opportunity: you’ll work closely with our Head of Operations, and with their upcoming retirement, there’s a clear and defined succession path for the right person to step into that leadership role in the near future. Here is what you will be doing: * Drive and Elevate Production: Take full ownership of our plastics manufacturing processes — from moulding and secondary operations like assembly to facility enhancements — and lead them to new levels of performance. * Lead New Product Introductions: Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure new products are optimised for efficient, scalable production. * Champion Process Excellence: Implement and embed modern manufacturing methodologies such as Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, FMEA, DFMEA, and other continuous improve...