Purification Process Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Guildford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking a Purification Process Specialist in Pirbright, UK. You will lead purification operations, ensure GMP compliance, and train technicians in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £41k plus benefits. Ideal candidates have a degree in biological or life sciences and experience in GMP environments.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Comfortable working in a team-based, shift-oriented production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead purification operations ensuring GMP and safety standards.
• Provide operational coverage as deputy to the production supervisor.
• Support daily operations including managing documentation and inventory control.
• Deliver in-depth training to technicians.

Skills

GMP compliance

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Time management

Education

Degree in biological or life sciences

Job description

Job Description

Purification Process Specialist

Location: Pirbright, UK (Fully Site-Based)

Schedule: Initial Monday–Friday work week, transitioning to 11-hour shift pattern (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM), including weekend cover after training

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: up to £41k + benefits (bonus, pension, healthcare)

Join a mission-driven manufacturing team dedicated to the production of life-saving vaccines for animal health. As a Purification Process Specialist, you'll play a vital role in overseeing and executing key production operations for antigen purification, ensuring compliance, quality, and safety across all activities.

You’ll operate within a regulated GMP environment, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and support technical training and development for the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead purification operations across two production areas (P1 and P2) ensuring GMP, HSE, and biosafety standards are upheld
• Act as deputy to the production supervisor, providing departmental support and operational coverage
• Be the subject matter expert for purification processes, driving efficiency and sharing knowledge across the network
• Support daily operations, including managing SAP entries, documentation, batch records, and inventory control
• Deliver in-depth training to technicians, supporting technical upskilling and onboarding
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Engineering, etc.) to resolve issues and optimise workflows
• Represent the department in Tier 1 PSQDC meetings, identifying and delivering improvement actions
• Promote 5S, good housekeeping, and operational excellence in all activities
• Monitor, investigate and report EHS incidents and drive corrective/preventative action (CAPA) initiatives
• Maintain SOPs, manage deviations, and support risk assessments in line with compliance standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in a biological or life sciences discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated manufacturing setting is highly desirable
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Comfortable working in a team-based, shift-oriented production environment