Process Engineer

Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Kindeva is a global pharmaceutical contract developer and manufacturer (CDMO) business, where we combine life enhancing drugs with state-of-the-art inhalers to provide customers and patients with top quality respiratory devices.

Our role as a Contract Manufacturer is one we are incredibly proud of and is one which allows us to be at the forefront of new manufacturing technologies and processes, bringing lifesaving products to patients worldwide.

Due to significant changes in the marketplace, Kindeva is currently going through a period of substantial growth and we are looking for talented individuals to join our Loughborough team.

Role Overview:

We are currently looking for a Process Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technology Group to support manufacturing, filling, and packaging operations at our Loughborough site.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Drive improvements to process capability, capacity and reduction in units cost for areas of ownership.
2. Lead introduction of new technology and processes within operations.
3. Apply Lean Six Sigma techniques to lead continuous improvement projects.
4. Creation, management and communication of detailed project plans for project activities with foresight to escalate constraints.
5. Lead validation activities, by the preparation and timely execution of validation protocols for the validation of equipment/processes.
6. Prepare detailed/effective documentation to record deviations, to assign and document corrective and preventative actions or facilitate change.
7. Acquire a depth of understanding and knowledge in the field of specialisation through experience, on-the-job training and external courses/conferences.
8. Work in compliance with company procedures to maintain quality and safety e.g. GMP, EHS, specifications, methods.
9. Understand the role of other sites, business functions and customers.
10. Front information for regulatory inspectors and complete assigned actions within target time.

Skills & Experience:

1. Educated to degree level or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field.
2. Relevant work experience within the field of the medical device/drug product industry is preferred.
3. Good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, EMA) is an advantage.
4. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
5. Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Key Capabilities:

1. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to resolve technical challenges.
2. Good organisational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
3. Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious and proactive in approach.
4. Good problem-solving skills.
5. Strong verbal and numerical aptitude skills.
6. Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

What we offer:

1. Attractive compensation package.
2. Company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
3. 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays) plus service days after 5 years.
4. Company sick pay.
5. Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employee and immediate family.
6. Life assurance of four times life cover salary.
7. Wellness programmes.
8. Employee recognition program.
9. Free on-site parking.
10. Discount and cashback at many retailers.
11. Cycle to work scheme.

Additional information:

Location: Derby Road, Loughborough

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

We believe our people make the difference at Kindeva Drug Delivery, looking for skilled, passionate, and driven professionals to come and work with us to help us excel in manufacturing technologies and processes, which bring lifesaving products to patients worldwide.

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Kindeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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