At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to scale up innovative bioprocess technologies in a hands-on role.
- Company: Leading biotech firm focused on sustainable food innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, healthcare, and a vibrant office culture.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with great career growth and learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of food production and sustainability.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Biotechnology with 3+ years in pilot plant operations.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
We’re supporting an innovative organization at the forefront of biotechnology and sustainable food innovation as they expand their scale-up and pilot manufacturing capabilities. They are currently looking for Scale-Up and Bioprocess Technicians with experience in pilot plant environments to help translate emerging bioprocesses from development into scalable production. This is an opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise processes, support pilot-scale operations, and help bring next‑generation food and biotechnology solutions closer to commercial reality.
About the Role
These positions sit within the scale-up and pilot operations team, focusing on the transition of newly developed processes into reliable manufacturing workflows. You’ll work with pilot‑scale systems, supporting scale‑up activities, executing production runs, and collaborating with R&D and operations teams to ensure robust, well‑documented processes. This role is well suited to technicians who enjoy hands‑on pilot plant work, problem solving, and contributing to the scale‑up of innovative bioprocess technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within pilot‑scale operations, translating process development work into manufacturing‑ready workflows (50L–600L scale)
- Support and actively participate in scale‑up and pilot production activities
- Execute production workflows and maintain accurate batch documentation
- Assist with technology transfer from laboratory development into manufacturing environments
- Analyse operational data, prepare reports, and share insights with the wider team
- Collaborate with colleagues across R&D, Quality, and Operations to support process improvement
Skills and Experience
- Degree or technical qualification in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field
- Approximately 3+ years’ industry experience operating stainless‑steel pilot‑scale reactors or bioprocess systems
- Familiarity with bioreactor control systems, PID loops, and process modes such as batch, fed‑batch, or perfusion
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain high‑quality batch records and documentation
- Good communication and problem‑solving skills in collaborative environments
- Familiarity with GMP or regulated manufacturing environments is advantageous
Why Join?
- Work within a collaborative and inclusive environment focused on innovation and sustainability
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge biotechnology and food production technologies
- A supportive team culture with ongoing learning and career development opportunities
Your Impact
In this role, you’ll help advance the scale‑up and manufacturing of emerging bioprocess technologies, supporting solutions that aim to improve sustainability, food security, and the future of food production.
Package & Benefits
- Location: Oxford area
- Salary: £35k - £42k
- Benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5% company pension contribution
- Bonus scheme
- Share scheme
- Private healthcare
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks
- Regular company social events
- Modern and collaborative office environment
- Free on‑site parking
Manufacturing Technician employer: Cranleigh Scientific
Join a pioneering organisation in the heart of Oxford, where innovation meets sustainability in biotechnology and food production. As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll thrive in a collaborative and inclusive environment that prioritises your professional growth, offering ongoing learning opportunities and a supportive team culture. With competitive benefits including a generous leave policy, pension contributions, and regular social events, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the future of food production.
