Surftech Surfaces Limited is a leading UK manufacturer of high-performance coatings and systems for sport and recreational surfaces. Operating from its production facility in Stanton, Suffolk, the company supplies its Proflex product range across the UK and international markets. In addition, Surftech partners with globally recognised brands including Orange Padel, Har-Tru LLC- specialists in clay court systems and Plixxent, offering innovative solutions for athletic tracks and play surfaces.
In order tocontinue its growth, Surftech are looking for atechnical manager to lead the companies technical, R&D,QAand QC strategy.
Industry:Sport and LeisureCoatings Manufacturing
Reporting To:Managing Director
Package: Salaryto fit with experience, car allowance,pension,relocationallowance,Laptop, Mobile Phone
1. Role Purpose
The Technical Manager is accountable for all technical aspect ofTechnicalservice,productdevelopmentandquality control. This role leads the technical and design elements of the business, ensuring consistent product quality, driving innovation in formulations, and overseeing the successful scale-up of new products from lab to commercial volumes.
2. Key Responsibilities
* Product Development & Innovation:Drive formulation innovation. Manage the full lifecycle of New Product Development (NPD) projects.
* Quality & Compliance:Establishand maintain robust technical standards and process controls to safeguard product quality. Ensure all products meet regulatory requirements and safety standards.
* Manufacturing Support:Oversee the scale-up of pilot formulations to commercial production. Resolve complex technical issuesin production.
* Supplier & Customer Liaison:Evaluate raw materials,maintainpurchase specifications, and provide high-level technical support to the sales team and customers.
3. Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Industry Experience:Minimum 5years of hands-on experience intheproduct development of:
Water based coatings
2K Polyurethane systems
* Technical Skills:Proficiencyin evaluating raw materials, creating complex formulations
* Regulatory Knowledge:Strong understanding ofH&Sregulationsand REACH/other chemical compliance standards.
4. Core Competencies
* Analytical Thinking:Ability to use data to solve complex formulation and production problems.
* Strategic Leadership:Capability to influence technology strategies and present compelling cases to senior leadership.
* Communication:Strong written and verbal skills for report writing and cross-functional team coordination
The successful candidate willpossessa strong work ethic, excellentteam workmentalityandawillingnessto travel both in the UK and overseas.
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