Manufacturing Process Data Specialist I

United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sekisui Diagnostics in Maidstone, Kent, is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist I to analyse production data, plan manufacturing activities and support continuous improvement. The role involves equipment commissioning, validation, change control, QA support, and executing root cause analysis with a focus on quality and safety.

The candidate will work across multiple departments, liaise with suppliers, and lead improvement projects while maintaining cGMP compliance and robust HS&E practices in a

Qualifications

• Significant experience in large-scale manufacturing processes (fermentation, downstream processing and/or chromatography).
• Experience with ISO 9001/45001/14001 management systems is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment is desirable.
• A degree in a relevant scientific/engineering discipline is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production data using established methods to monitor process performance and identify trends.
• Plan manufacturing activities to optimize resource use and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate equipment commissioning, validation, and change control processes.
• Support QA activities, deviations, CAPAs, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead risk assessments, root cause analysis, and improvement projects across the facility.

Skills

Fermentation

Downstream processing

Chromatography

cGMP experience

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Process optimization

Education

Degree in science/engineering

Job description

Sekisui Diagnostics in Maidstone, Kent, is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist I to analyse production data, plan manufacturing activities and support continuous improvement. The role involves equipment commissioning, validation, change control, QA support, and executing root cause analysis with a focus on quality and safety.

The candidate will work across multiple departments, liaise with suppliers, and lead improvement projects while maintaining cGMP compliance and robust HS&E practices in a