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Assistant Technical Manager (R&D)

Location: Cheshire

Excellent salary & package including; Pension (matched up to 9%) + Bonus + Private Medical + Death in Service benefit more!

This role is perfect for someone with a PhD looking to make a significant impact in the chemical manufacturing industry. You will have the chance to work on exciting projects, drive innovation and be at the cutting edge of technology and scientific developments for silicas and silicate applications.

Your expertise will directly contribute to business success and growth, making this not just a job, but a pivotal career move.

What You Will Do:

Coordinate and execute technical work programmes to support growth

Identify and implement solutions to technical challenges, ensuring projects hit key milestones and align with plans

Ensure laboratory equipment is always operational and uphold the highest safety standards

Ensure all activities are covered by risk assessments

Keep abreast of the latest technologies and scientific developments to keep the business at cutting edge

Provide technical support, coaching, and training to the team and customers, ensuring everyone has the knowledge and tools they need to succeed

Qualifications, Skills & Experience;

A PhD in a relevant technical subject and minimum of 5 years of experience in a related chemical business. Experience in silicas or silicates is advantageous

Experience of characterising / developing new materials

Strong team management and planning skills

Ability to tackle complex issues and interpret data to generate actionable insights

Excellent decision-making and communication skills to influence stakeholders and customers

A proactive approach to learning and personal development with the aim of becoming a technical expert in the business

Interested? Apply now or email CV to to be considered!

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes