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Technical Manager

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Job LocationLondon
EducationNot Mentioned
SalarySalary negotiable
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent, full-time

Job Description

Excellent opportunity for a Product Technologist to take the next step and become a Technical Manager. They will have real autonomy for all things Technical, including suppliers, accounts, manufacturing facilities, specifications, product compliance, packaging and back of pack/labelling information.Client DetailsManufacturer and brand which makes homewear, games, gifting and party products. This is for their own branded organisation as well as large retailers.DescriptionThe key responsibilities of the Technical Manager are:

  • Liaise with our global factory base to request data relating to the technical nature of products across a wide variety of categories, from paper plates to toys to indoor fireworks
  • Review and risk assess product development to decide testing plans and flag potential areas of concern.
  • Manage the testing of products with 3rd party laboratories to ensure the correct testing is completed and provided to customers prior to shipping
  • Liaise with 3rd party technical consultants as required to ensure products comply with all required legislation
  • Track product issue complaints and produce a monthly report.
  • Follow up on any recurring product issue to investigate if they are underlying process or QC issues.
  • Manage Technical Files for each product/range of products
  • Complete informal in-house testing to ensure product risks are mitigated
  • Arrange for a 3rd party explosive batch test on each shipment and review the reports once received. Follow up with shipment approval or refusal with actions to the factory
  • Keeping track of required audits and ensure that suppliers are prepared and book these audits in line with customer deadlines.
  • Follow up on any non-conformance that require actions following an audit.
  • Work closely with new suppliers to on-board and get them up to required audit standards.
  • Manage and update customer specific technical systems (e.g. Tesco Technical Library)
  • Produce DoCs as requested for our customers using existing certification
  • Manage pre shipment inspections for customer own label projects and follow up on any issues
  • Ensure all artwork and back of pack technical information meets all requirements prior to sending to factories.
  • Lead and drive eco and sustainability in the business
  • Manage Talking Tables factory sustainability performance programme and help drive improvements
  • Advise on recyclability of various packaging types and assess supplier suggestions.
  • Lead with the collation and submission of the Waste Packaging data for the year using our product management software.
  • Gather all information for our annual FSC audit and host the auditor on the day.
  • Manage Quality Manual documentation and annual audit for the firework category.
    • ProfileThe ideal Technical Manager will:
  • Experience of working in a Technical function, ideally within a similar field, but they are open individuals from all industries
  • Must have experience working directly with factories in China, India and Europe.
  • Experience of working in a wholesale organisation or contract manufacturer.
  • A high level of Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel & Outlook and ability to quickly learn new systems.
  • Strong relationship skills to build partnerships with suppliers, 3rd party industry contacts, and TT team - both in the UK and overseas.
    • Job OfferCompetitive salary and high levels of autonomy

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