Fluids NPI Lead

Camwebdir; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Discretionary bonus

Life insurance

Medical insurance with health plan

Green car scheme with EV charging

Pension plan 8% employer contributions

Job summary

Domino Printing Sciences in Liverpool is seeking a New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to lead the Fluids NPI team and drive the industrialisation of new ink products from development to full-scale manufacturing.

You will collaborate with R&D, Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing to ensure products are robust, scalable and ready for launch worldwide, with emphasis on process safety, automation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience specifying, evaluating, and delivering automated manufacturing equipment.
• Passion for innovation, process optimisation, and effective project delivery.
• Strong understanding of process safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams across multi-site and cross-functional projects.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Fluids New Product Introduction (NPI) team.
• Deliver new products to launch on time, within budget, and with effective scale-up plans.
• Drive the transfer of new ink products from development to full-scale manufacturing.
• Work with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure products are designed for efficient production.
• Identify and implement automation and process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure manufacturing processes, SOPs, and GMP standards are met.
• Support the introduction and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping, health, safety, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Chemical/Process/Automation Engineering degree

Tools

Automated manufacturing equipment

Job description

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to lead our Group Operations Fluids NPI team, based at our Liverpool manufacturing site. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful transition of new ink products from development into full-scale manufacturing. Working closely with R&D, Procurement, Quality, and Manufacturing teams, you will drive the industrialisation of new products, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and ready for launch to customers worldwide. This is a highly collaborative position that offers the opportunity to influence product introduction strategies, optimise manufacturing readiness, and play a key role in bringing innovative technologies to market.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Lead and develop the Fluids New Product Introduction (NPI) team.
• Deliver new products to launch on time, within budget, and with effective scale-up plans.
• Drive the transfer of new ink products from development to full-scale manufacturing.
• Work with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure products are designed for efficient production.
• Identify and implement automation and process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure manufacturing processes, SOPs, and GMP standards are met.
• Support the introduction and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping, health, safety, and compliance.

About you

We are looking for a commercially minded Process or Chemical Engineer with experience in manufacturing, automation, and product industrialisation. You will be a confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, combining strong technical expertise with excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement, you will be motivated to drive positive change, optimise processes, and develop high-performing teams.

To be successful in this role, you will have

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience specifying, evaluating, and delivering automated manufacturing equipment.
• A passion for innovation, process optimisation, and effective project delivery.
• A strong understanding of process safety within a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams across multi-site and cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to drive efficiency and performance improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What you can expect

As a talented individual working at Domino, you can expect a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

• 25 days of basic holiday, plus options to buy or sell additional days, ensuring you have ample time to relax and recharge.
• A discretionary bonus scheme, a testament to your hard work and dedication.
• Life insurance, providing security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Medical insurance with the option of purchasing a health cash plan, dental insurance, travel insurance and cycle to work scheme, ensuring your health is always a top priority.
• Join our green car scheme, a step towards a more environmentally friendly commute, with free EV charging onsite.
• Pension plan, starting with 8% employer contributions.

We are a highly successful company, we’re large enough to offer career development opportunities yet small enough for your contribution to be readily recognised and rewarded.

About Us

At Domino Printing Sciences we do more. Our expertise isn't just in providing cutting-edge variable data printing technology; it's in revolutionising how manufacturers embrace sustainable packaging and spearhead advancements in coding automation. We’ve been a part of the global variable data printing story for a long time, and our solutions help ensure the success of the world’s leading brands. Our goal is to be the leading global variable data printing brand through applying our expertise and reliable solutions to help the world’s manufacturers be sustainable and cut waste, while attracting, informing, and protecting their consumers. But we also know that it’s not just about the work we do—it’s about fostering a collaborative, dynamic and welcoming environment where everyone can flourish, contributing to Domino not only as a pioneer in the industry but also as an exceptional place to work.

Positions may be at an advanced stage of the recruitment process and can close at any time.

Due to the nature of this role the successful candidate will need to complete a full 5 years' employment/educational references, a DBS check, and a health assessment. These will need to be completed before the successful candidate can start the role.

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