Technical Specialist – Manufacturing Sciences
Location:Bracknell
Salary:£45,000 – £60,000 DOE
Contract:Permanent
BioChek is hiring for a Technical Specialistto join their Manufacturing and Quality team. Reporting directly to the Head of Manufacturing and QC, this role offers the opportunity to work across production, analytical, and quality functions while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
This position could suit candidates from a range of backgrounds, including Manufacturing Sciences, Technical Specialist, Process Engineering, R&D, or Scientific Manufacturingenvironments. Candidates with strong expertise in continuous improvement, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, or ELISA-based technical workare all encouraged to apply.
The Role
Acting as a technical subject matter expert, you will support troubleshooting activities, lead investigations, improve operational performance, and contribute to process optimisation initiatives across manufacturing and quality operations. This is a highly collaborative role with visibility across multiple departments and the opportunity to make a measurable impact within the business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical investigations and support troubleshooting activities across production and analytical functions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and safety
Support root cause analysis, non-conformance investigations, and CAPA activities
Partner with supervisors and leadership teams to achieve operational KPIs and performance targets
Manage technical and process improvement projects from initiation through to completion
Provide support during process transfer activities from R&D into manufacturing
Assist with audits, training plans, and operational improvement initiatives
Support day-to-day manufacturing and analytical operations as required
About You
We’re open to a broad range of profiles for this opportunity. You may come from a highly technical R&D or assay development background, or alternatively have strong experience within manufacturing sciences and continuous improvement environments.
The ideal candidate will likely have:
Experience within manufacturing sciences or regulated laboratory/manufacturing environments
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
Experience leading investigations, CAPA activities, or process improvement projects
Knowledge of ELISA processes or biological production environments would be advantageous
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline
Previous experience in a technical, manufacturing sciences, process engineering, or continuous improvement role
Experience working within GLP, GMP, or ISO-regulated environments
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Risk Management, Six Sigma, or project management methodologies would be beneficial
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If you’re looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with operational improvement and make a visible impact across a manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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