Research, Development & Regulation Manager

Etex Group; Measham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research, Development & Regulation Manager to lead innovative projects in a lab environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance and driving R&D goals while collaborating with various teams. Join a company recognized for its commitment to sustainability and employee well-being, where your contributions will foster growth and development. Embrace the opportunity to work in a dynamic setting that values teamwork and innovation, and be part of a mission to create a better future in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the R&D laboratory and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with production and report data to stakeholders.
• Deliver FSi R&D and regulation goals while measuring against KPIs.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Methodical approach

Job description

Research, Development & Regulation Manager

Location: Measham, GB

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Laboratory Manager in Measham!

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will be responsible for the delivery of FSi Research development and regulation goals, including but not limited to capturing ideas and innovations, measuring projects against KPIs, managing the R&D laboratory, and ensuring that FSi/Promat remain compliant across the range of systems and products manufactured.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with experience in a lab environment within manufacturing, as well as those eager to further develop their careers with a dynamic organization that offers abundant opportunities for growth and development!

What you’ll do:

1. Work closely with the production team to ensure smooth running of operations.
2. Act as a key interface between production, commercial, marketing, and technical teams.
3. Conduct audit testing.
4. Report and present data to key stakeholders.
5. Deliver FSi R&D and regulation goals.
6. Measure projects against KPIs.
7. Manage the R&D laboratory.
8. Maintain a strong focus on health and safety.

What you’ll bring:

1. Experience working within a laboratory environment.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Methodical approach.
4. Manufacturing experience would be advantageous.

We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!

Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships, and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.

Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.

We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.

Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).