About the Role
My client are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Technical Manager to join the growing Precision Engineering SME based in Plymouth.
This is a varied and hands-on management role within a dynamic engineering environment. Reporting directly to the General Manager and working as part of a small management team, you will play a key role in supporting customers, production and the wider business.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, making decisions quickly and taking ownership across a broad range of technical, operational and commercial activities.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare quotations and liaise directly with customers on technical and commercial requirements.
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Process customer orders and provide technical and operational support to production.
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Provide technical guidance on machining, welding, fabrication and general engineering requirements.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
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Support the sales function with technical input, customer enquiries and opportunities.
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Take ownership of specific customer accounts, developing strong and effective working relationships.
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Monitor and maintain quality standards across the business.
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Oversee and manage the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ensuring ongoing compliance and continual improvement.
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Work closely with production to ensure customer requirements, quality standards and delivery expectations are met.
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Report directly to the General Manager and provide support across day-to-day business activities.
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Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and overall business performance.
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Contribute as a key member of the management team, adapting to changing priorities within a fast-paced SME environment.
Experience & Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous technical and/or operational management experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing SME.
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A strong practical engineering background, ideally supported by a time-served apprenticeship in toolmaking, machining, welding or fabrication.
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An HNC in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.
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Strong knowledge of engineering processes and techniques, including machining, welding and fabrication, sufficient to confidently quote work, advise customers and support production.
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Experience or a good working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
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Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how technical decisions impact business performance.
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Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
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The ability to work effectively within a small management team while being comfortable taking ownership and working independently.
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A flexible and multidisciplinary approach, with a willingness to get involved wherever required.
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A dedicated, driven and reliable approach, with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
PACKAGE
Location: Ivybridge
Hours: 39 hours per week
Monday–Thursday: 07:30–16:30
Friday: 07:30–12:30
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 per annum, depending on experience
25 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing by 1 additional day per year up to a maximum of 27 days.
Annual performance-related bonus, based on company performance, with up to 20% achievable
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year