Are you ready to take your rubber compounding expertise to the next level? Do you want to lead innovation in a company where your technical insight directly shapes products and customer success? Overview We ve partnered once again with one of our top clients, based in Oldham, Greater Manchester. They re looking for a Technical Manager to lead their rubber compounding products and process development. You ll manage the laboratory team, work directly with customers to create innovative solutions and ensure all products meet ISO 9001 and client-specific standards. This is an amazing opportunity to combine hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence in a growing, industry-focused business. What You ll Get £ highly competitive DOE 33 days holiday x2 death in service insurance Healthcare cash plan Company pension contribution About You You ll have proven experience in rubber compounding (essential) and laboratory management A strong understanding of product development, testing and ISO/industry standards You re experienced in leading technical teams and managing lab operations Comfortable working with clients and able to clearly communicate technical advice, supporting business development Innovative, proactive and commercially aware, with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement About the Role Manage compounding product and process development to meet company and customer objectives Produce recipes, mix cycles and test specifications for rubber comp