Job Description
We’re seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Technology Group, supporting mission‑critical process improvements, introducing new products and equipment, and enhancing manufacturing performance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and becoming an expert in complex biochemical processes.
Technical Specialist
Posting Start Date:
3/4/26
Country/Region:
United Kingdom
State/Province:
Job Location:
Elstree
Place of Employment:
Hybrid
Contract Duration:
Permanent
Technical Specialist
Job Summary
Drive innovation and shape the future of cutting‑edge biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
We’re seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Technology Group, supporting mission‑critical process improvements, introducing new products and equipment, and enhancing manufacturing performance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and becoming an expert in complex biochemical processes.
What you'll do
- Complete tasks as assigned to support delivery of Technology Mission Ownership Objectives
- May be involved with introduction of new equipment, products and processes into production areas.
- May write or update controlled documents including SOPs and Process Instructions and where appropriate develop training material to support transfer of projects into manufacturing
- Become a technical subject matter expert (SME) for processes/projects within your scope of responsibility
- Assist in quality investigations, either by direct ownership or coordinating the resolution of specific quality records and be responsible for their on-time closure
- Actively participate in or take the lead in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to help ensure Kedrion meets its yield, capacity and quality performance targets.
- Build relationships with colleagues across Technology, Operations, Quality and R&D to enable smooth of project goals and objectives
- As a minimum has a basic skill set for the collection, analysis and interpretation of process data and information and may have some capability for carrying out statistical analysis
- Be familiar with and able to apply the basic tools of Operational Excellence for continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
- Already be or able to work towards Operational Excellence accreditation as a white or yellow belt
- Write and or manage change controls or tasks assigned to them to ensure changes to processes are compliant and delivered on time in full.
- Participate in or lead quality risk assessments as appropriate to prepare for and consider the impact of any change proposals to manufacturing processes.
Qualifications and need-to-know
- Complete tasks as assigned to support delivery of Technology Mission Ownership Objectives
- May be involved with introduction of new equipment, products and processes into production areas.
- May write or update controlled documents including SOPs and Process Instructions and where appropriate develop training material to support transfer of projects into manufacturing
- Become a technical subject matter expert (SME) for processes/projects within your scope of responsibility
- Assist in quality investigations, either by direct ownership or coordinating the resolution of specific quality records and be responsible for their on-time closure
- Actively participate in or take the lead in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to help ensure Kedrion meets its yield, capacity and quality performance targets.
- Build relationships with colleagues across Technology, Operations, Quality and R&D to enable smooth of project goals and objectives
- As a minimum has a basic skill set for the collection, analysis and interpretation of process data and information and may have some capability for carrying out statistical analysis
- Be familiar with and able to apply the basic tools of Operational Excellence for continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
- Already be or able to work towards Operational Excellence accreditation as a white or yellow belt
- Write and or manage change controls or tasks assigned to them to ensure changes to processes are compliant and delivered on time in full.
- Participate in or lead quality risk assessments as appropriate to prepare for and consider the impact of any change proposals to manufacturing processes.
What we offer -
We're looking for highly motivated and experienced people to drive the business forward. In return you'll be supported in developing your skills with ongoing training and career opportunities.
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Pension
- On-site parking
- Employee assistance programme
- Virtual GP
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised canteen
- Employee discounts and cash back
- Gym membership discounts
- Family friendly policies
- Employee recognition programme
- Loyal service awards