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Our client is an ambitious and growing UK manufacturing business looking for an experienced and commercially minded Technical Manager to provide technical leadership and support across two local sites.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.

You will work closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Sales, Estimating, Procurement and Aftercare, ensuring products are technically compliant, practical to manufacture and continually improved.

The Role

The Technical Manager will take ownership of technical matters from initial product and project design through to manufacture, installation and aftercare.

You will be responsible for maintaining technical standards, supporting new product development, resolving complex technical issues and ensuring products continue to meet relevant regulatory, quality and performance requirements.

The role will be based across Huntingdon and Biggleswade, with regular travel between the two sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and support across the business
• Act as the escalation point for complex product, design, manufacturing and installation-related technical queries
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements to ensure products are suitable, compliant and manufacturable
• Produce, review and approve technical drawings and supporting documentation
• Work closely with Sales and Estimating teams on technically complex quotations and customer requirements
• Support Manufacturing with technical queries, product specifications and production-related issues
• Investigate product quality and aftercare issues, identifying root causes and permanent corrective actions
• Support the development, testing and introduction of new products and product improvements
• Carry out product design work, technical calculations and simulations where appropriate
• Work with suppliers and Procurement to assess components, materials and alternative product solutions
• Maintain accurate technical specifications, drawings, manuals and product documentation
• Ensure products meet relevant UK Building Regulations, industry standards and certification requirements
• Support product testing, certification and ongoing compliance activities
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, manufacturing efficiency, quality and cost
• Provide technical training and guidance to colleagues across the business
• Work closely with Operations and senior management to support continuous improvement

About You

We are looking for someone who can combine technical expertise with a practical understanding of manufacturing and commercial requirements.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Technical Manager, Technical Engineer, Design Engineer or in a similar technical role
• Strong experience with technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing processes
• Experience using CAD or technical design software
• Experience investigating technical problems and developing practical solutions
• A good understanding of product testing, certification and regulatory compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The confidence to communicate technical information to customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels
• The ability to manage multiple technical priorities across two operational sites
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and product development
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between Huntingdon and Biggleswade

The Offer

• £35,000 – £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Senior technical role within a growing manufacturing business
• Direct involvement in product development and technical improvement projects
• Opportunity to influence manufacturing, quality and product strategy
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities

This is an opportunity for an experienced technical professional to take ownership of technical matters within a growing manufacturing business and have a genuine influence on product development, technical standards, quality and continuous improvement.

If you are looking for a hands-on technical role where you can make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.

NA55259

A well-known manufacturer based in Biggleswade is looking to recruit an Office & Warehouse Administrator to perform duties such as assist in the warehouse when necessary, checking orders, assist with sales enquiries and customer enquiries support / order processor and deal with customer orders in general and administration duties.

The role is a Temporary to Permanent position which will be acting as a liaison between customers, suppliers and sales team; providing products and services as well as solutions to any emerging problems that suppliers, or the sales team may have. Availability and training are given in learning the technical specifications of the products sold and inventory management systems in order to support, as and when necessary, the customers.

Key responsibilities:

• Executing of sales orders, record keeping and enquiries from customers and internal departments. Keeping orders systems updated, PO and using management tools for ordering and accountability of orders.
• Assist in warehouse when necessary to help with picking & packing
• Understanding of accounts would be an advantage and an overview of pricing levels but not necessary as training will be given.
• Manage emails and calls, where cases are to be solved in a timely manner.
• Communicating with Suppliers via phone, email and in some cases face to face via Zoom, Skype and Teams.
• Use of software systems and store portals in order to fulfil the Customer requirements e.g placing, booking and confirmation of orders and deliveries. Processing of invoices, credits and returns in assistance to the Finance team. Training will be given
• Support the sales team with enquiries with quick solutions.

Key Skills

• Must have clear communications skills in both verbal and written, as you will play a key part in being the first point of contact for many of our customers.
• A keen eye to detail and excellent organisation skills.
• Good level of experience of MS Office.
• Comfortable or open to using or learning various software packages.
• Ability to deliver a premium customer experience.
• Assist with the warehouse duties as and when required.
• Customer Service.

Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 09:00 - 16:00 hours.

DW55257