Talenmark is recruiting for a R&D Manager to join a company in Materials Manufacturing industry at their site based in Longridge, Preston on a permanent basis.

The Company:
Our client is a leading global manufacturer of specialist materials, which includes a wide range of Composite Materials, Electrical Insulations, Mica Products and a wide range of Textile Products.

The Location:
The role is based at our client's site near Preston.

The Role:

To lead and coordinate the research, development and technical services function across all site competence.
Liaise with your team, Sales, Production Planning, Production Management, Quality / HSE, Maintenance and Purchasing by providing technical support for any new or ongoing development projects.
Contribute as necessary to the design/formulation of new products.
Identify new materials and technologies available in the market.Your Background:

Masters degree or a PHD qualification in a science related subject, such as  chemistry, applied chemistry or material science.
Accomplished senior manager within a complex manufacturing environment, working within a technical or research and development function with responsibilities for tecnical support, new product or process development.For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Emily Mills on (phone number removed)