Technical Manager East Midlands £45k - £50k Grafton Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Technical Manager for one of their busy, leading manufacturing clients in the East Midlands area. We are looking for somebody with strong attention to detail, positive can-do attitude with experience in a similar field. THE ROLE: Some of your responsibilities as a Technical Manager: Procurement & testing of all production materials, goods and services within defined areas Management of all aspects of clay extraction, stockpiling, blending and usage Overseeing all aspects of daily Kiln & Dryer operations Co-ordination of product development and innovation Management of the Factory Quality Assurance system – ISO 9001 Management of the Factory Environmental & Energy systems – ISO 14001 & ISO 500001 Effective interdepartmental liaison to achieve defined objectives People Management, motivation, and structured development of the technical and quality team through performance review to ensure delivery of objectives through Team working Rigorous application of IMS Tools and Techniques to generate continuous improvement Implementation of and adherence to all company and factory control procedures to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements in Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality. The collection and analysis of production and process data, and its effective use to develop and achieve key targets and objectives. The development of systems and standards to deliver world-class standards of housekeeping using the 5S principles. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have experience with Kiln or similar processes or can demonstrate proficiency in other essential areas, such as working with raw materials, Quarry operations, and quality processes (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001). To be able to demonstrate managerial experience. Knowledge of Kiln & Dryer Operations. Knowledge of quarrying operations (ideally to minimum 8.1(d) standard) A high degree of self-motivation The ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the business The ability to understand, accept and achieve targets & deadlines Demonstrable organisational skills including efficient planning and implementation of systems and procedures A high degree of computer literacy and numeracy and a competent user of all Microsoft applications Leadership and people management skills and the ability to build, motivate, develop and improve the team Demonstrable ability to implement structured problem solving techniques, provide solutions and delegate