Overview Are you a rubber compounding specialist ready to step into a senior technical leadership role? We ve partnered with a global leader in technical textiles, based near Oldham, to appoint a Technical Manager to lead their rubber compounding development and lab team. We ve worked with this business for nearly 20 years. They invest in their people and products, some of their staff have worked there for over 30 years. It''s a great time to join them. This is a role with real influence; shaping products, supporting customers and helping drive the future direction of technical development. This is a role with real influence - shaping products, supporting customers and helping drive the future direction of technical development. What You ll Get £ highly competitive (DOE) 33 days holiday Life assurance Healthcare benefits Company pension contribution Clear route to progression within a global organisation Long-term stability with a business known for excellent staff retention A company that genuinely invests in its people, facilities and product innovation About You Solid, hands-on experience in rubber compounding (essential) Experience managing or leading a sizeable technical or laboratory team Strong understanding of product development, testing and ISO/industry standards Confident working with customers and providing clear technical guidance Commercially aware, solutions-focused and comfortable influencing decisions Someone who leads by example and values team developmen