Process Engineer

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:

We are currently looking for an experienced Process/Product Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technology Group. This role will support manufacturing, filling and packaging operations on the Loughborough site.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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

Skills & Experience:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
• Relevant work experience within the field of the medical device / drug product industry is preferred.
• Good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, EMA) is an advantage.
• Cross functional team contributions and leadership skills.
• Experience with leading continuous improvement projects.
• Experience with developing and implementing Lean Systems and Standard Work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & oral.
• Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Key Capabilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & oral at all levels.
• Able to work both as part of a cross-functional team but also act independently.
• Enthusiastic and determined to achieve set objectives.
• Comfortable working with detailed technical information but also able to see the overall business picture.
• Possess strong computer skills and excellent organizational capabilities.
• Demonstrate flexibility, strategic thinking and drive to succeed.
• Able to deliver results accurately within demanding time frames.
• Demonstrate a firm understanding of the overall role within the wider business.
• Adapt to changing priorities, timelines, without compromising on quality.
• Maintains a high standard of accuracy, completeness, and documentation.
• Champion data integrity and a right first‑time culture.

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: Derby Road, Loughborough

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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