Quality Engineer

Kindeva Drug Delivery Company; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme (up to 10% dev)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kindeva Drug Delivery Company in the UK is seeking a Manufacturing Technology professional to support the production and assembly of precision components for pulmonary/inhalation devices. You will lead investigations across the full production lifecycle, applying data analysis and CI tools, developing SOPs and validation protocols, and ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO 9001, and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, prioritizing multiple projects, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment with process/quality focus.
• Degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related.
• Experience with GMP, QA, Validation, ISO 9001, QMS.
• Understanding of cGMP, FDA, EMA regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead product quality investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Validate new and existing products and processes.
• Identify cost reduction and quality improvement opportunities via CI projects.
• Manage multiple projects/investigations and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Apply data analysis tools (Minitab) and continuous improvement methods.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and drive process improvements.
• Develop SOPs, validation protocols, reports, and change controls.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety practices.

Skills

2+ years manufacturing experience

GMP knowledge

QA & Validation

Project management

ISO 9001 & QMS

Lean / Six Sigma

Regulatory knowledge (cGMP, FDA, EMA)

MS Word & Excel

Data analysis (Minitab)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, Pharmaceutical Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM

Our Work Matters:

At Kindeva we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world.

The Impact You Will Make:

This role is joining our dynamic team in Manufacturing Technology (Process & Manufacturing Engineering) where you will be supporting the production and assembly of complex precision components for pulmonary/inhalation drug delivery devices.

In this role you will support/lead the projects & investigations at Kindeva, acrossthe full production lifecycle of MDI valves and cans, from raw material production through to finished product.

Investigation & Project scope may cover across process, production, chemical, quality, project, systems and sourcing.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading product quality investigations, including troubleshooting product and process defects and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Validation of new and existing products and processes.
• Continuous Improvement is the foundation of the company so identifying opportunities and executing projects to reduce costs and improve quality are a significant part of the role.
• Progressing and prioritising multiple projects or investigations of varying sizes simultaneously, communicating with project stakeholders and the wider business.
• Application of data analysis and continuous improvement tools such as Minitab and LSS.
• Applying technical expertise for assigned products and processes, including troubleshooting, and managing improvements.
• Developing documentation such as SOP's, validation protocols, reports and change controls.
• Compliance with industry regulations.
• Maintain the sites excellent safety record by actively engaging in a safety-first approach.

Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing industry or similar role.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience of any of the following - GMP working environment, Quality Assurance, Validation, Project management, ISO 9001 and working within a QMS.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, EMA) is an advantage.
• Experience in managing projects & investigations at the same time.
• Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel

Key Capabilities:

• Good organisational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious and proactive in approach.
• Take a positive approach to own training and development.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and numerical aptitude skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.

What we Offer:

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

Additional Information:

Location: Up Brooks, Clitheroe

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

We believe our people make the difference at Kindeva, we look 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