Technical Production Manager, Great Harwood

At Zimpli Kids, we make bathtime and multi-sensory play brilliantly fun! We’re proud to be pioneers in the kids’ bath and sensory play category, creating exciting ‘Just Add Water’ products, including our famous Baff Bombz, Gelli Baff and Slime Baff brands, bringing smiles and bathtime magic to kids all over the world.

Our company is growing, and we’re now looking for an experienced Technical Production Manager to join our successful team. This hands‑on managerial role will lead formulation development, regulatory compliance and production efficiency, driving innovation and supporting product excellence.

If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Title: Technical Production Manager

Reporting to: Managing Director

• Lead formulation development for new and existing products, from concept to scale‑up.
• Oversee day‑to‑day factory operations and lead continuous improvement projects to enhance productivity, maintain quality and reduce costs.
• Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues quickly and effectively.
• Implement and monitor production KPIs relating to output, waste, quality and efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant EU & US cosmetic, toy and chemical regulations.
• Maintain and update all technical documentation, including batch sheets, specifications, BOMs and safety files.
• Work closely with product development, production and buying teams to ensure smooth product launches.
• Liaise with suppliers and external labs regarding materials, testing and compliance.

• Strong experience in formulation and production management within cosmetics, personal care or chemical manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills related to formulation behaviour, batch variability and raw material performance.
• Proven track record in process improvement, scale‑up and troubleshooting.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and lead technical discussions.
• Exceptional organisational and leadership skills.
• Sound knowledge of relevant EU & US Cosmetic Regulation, Toy Safety Directive, REACH and CLP (Preferred).
• Degree or HNC in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or Chemical Engineering (Preferred).
• Experience with automated pressing, mixing, blending or filling machinery (Preferred).

Competitive salary depending on experience.

Non‑contractual profit share scheme.

Casual dress code.

Free parking.