Technical Services Manager
- Location
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract
- Permanent
- Salary (as advertised)
- Market related
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Technical Services Manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, for a Manufacturing client. The position requires a professional who can deliver technical leadership, customer support, product development, and continuous improvement within the Technical Department. **What you will do** * Oversee, develop and direct the Technical Services team * Spearhead research and development initiatives for new and existing products * Refine formulations to enhance quality and minimize costs * Oversee technical projects throughout all stages from conception to rollout * Deliver technical assistance and problem resolution for customers and branch locations * Evaluate product complaints and execute corrective action plans * Provide technical instruction to customers, sales personnel and organizational staff * Update and preserve technical records and formulation specifications * Coach and develop technical team members * Collaborate with suppliers, licensors and strategic partners to identify emerging technologies * Champion ongoing enhancement, creative innovation and sustainable Green Technology practices * Lead technical projects * Optimize formulations * Provide support to customers and commercial teams * Drive innovation in alignment with company objectives **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in the polymer/composites industry * BSc Chemistry (or equivalent relevant qualification) * Manufacturing and Health and Safety Experience * Creative innovation and sustainable Green Technology practices **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a professional capable of delivering technical leadership, customer support, product development, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be able to lead technical projects, optimize formulations, provide support to customers and commercial teams, and drive innovation in alignment with company objectives. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/durban/technical-services-manager-id-7555932 Source: jobmail
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- At least 5 years of experience.
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