Technical Manager

Nexus Life Sciences; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fine chemical manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee Production and Development operations. This key leadership role focuses on safety, team performance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, alongside leadership experience in chemical manufacturing. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, pension, and health cash plan. Competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Critical illness cover

Health cash plan

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or relevant industrial experience.
• Leadership experience within chemical/pharma manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or similar is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Production and Development operations.
• Ensure safe, compliant, high-quality manufacturing.
• Train, support, and develop team members.
• Troubleshoot issues across Production, Development, QC, and other site functions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Understanding of ISO standards

Competent with Office 365

Education

Degree in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

GC

HPLC

FTIR

KF

Job description

Overview

Technical Manager - Chemicals. Job Type Full-time - On-site. Location: Cambridgeshire. A leading fine chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturer is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee Production and Development operations. The Technical Manager role is a key leadership role focused on safety, quality, team performance, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Production and Development operations.
• Ensure safe, compliant, high-quality manufacturing.
• Train, support, and develop team members.
• Review production and QC data; track KPIs and drive performance.
• Support audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot issues across Production, Development, QC, and other site functions.
• Coordinate maintenance, servicing, and calibration of equipment.
• Deputise for the Site Director as and when required.

Requirements

• Degree in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or relevant industrial experience.
• Leadership experience within chemical/pharma manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and understanding of ISO standards.
• Competent with Office 365 and basic IT systems.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or similar is beneficial.

Desirable

• 10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing
• Experience with analytical techniques (GC, HPLC, FTIR, KF).
• Project management and data analysis capabilities.

Additional Information

• On-site role
• Exposure to plant and lab environments; PPE sometimes required.
• Must have full Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, life assurance, income protection, critical illness cover, health cash plan, and bonus scheme.

Salary £50,000 - £60,000.

Application

Should you align with the role criteria, apply, and I will be in touch to discuss the full details