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Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations including production associates, equipment, and processes to ensure we provide the highest quality products to our customers. The Manufacturing Engineer also provides technical and project leadership to develop and deploy equipment and process upgrades for new product development, cost reduction and quality improvement. This position reports to the Tech Transfer Team Leader and is part of the Operations & Supply Chain team located in Stevenage and will be an on-site role. What you will do: • Identify, participate in and lead projects that deliver improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost, • Problem solve process issues and/or product non-conformances using empirical evidence and quantitative analysis, • Participate in New Product Development projects and support the transfer of new products from development into production, • Create process and validation documentation to ensure manufacturing is performed safely and meets the documented quality specifications, • Maintain full regulatory compliance with EHS, quality and legal requirements Who you are: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Process Engineering (or a related field) with more than 5 years of relevant experience, • Experience of applying lean manufacturing tools including Daily Management, Standard Work and Lean Conversion, • Equipment and process design and improvement in a regulated industry, • Excellent communicator (written & verbal), comfortable interacting at all levels of the organisation, • Able to work independently and collaborate well across diverse functions in a matrix organisation Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role • Able to travel within UK/Europe in support of the role objectives (estimated at 10%), • Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: • Clean room environments in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device industry, • Formal training, qualification and proven experience in Six Sigma techniques Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info. At Cytiva we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Cytiva can provide. Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. For more information, visit .

Important: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Prior experience with Continued Process Verification (CPV) / Process Validation is essential. Title: Technical Associate II, MSAT (CPV / Process Validation SME) Location: Stevenage, UK (occasional London) Working Pattern: On-site 5 days per week. Fixed shifts also available if preffered About the Company A leading biotechnology company at the forefront of advanced cell and gene therapy. With a state-of-the-art site in Stevenage, they are delivering commercial manufacturing in the UK and already have products approved in the US. Their approach combines computational design with modular T-cell programming to develop adaptable therapies for cancer and autoimmune disease. The Opportunity This is an expansion role within MSAT, focused on process validation and CPV. You’ll act as the subject matter expert for validation activities, supporting GMP manufacturing and technology transfer. It’s a hands-on, fully on-site role offering exposure to ATMP manufacturing and commercial readiness in a fast-growing biotech. Key Responsibilities • Act as SME for process validation and CPV, supporting routine GMP manufacturing., • Provide floor and on-call support during tech transfer and batch execution., • Conduct product impact assessments, root cause analysis, and CAPAs., • Review and maintain GMP documentation including batch records, sampling plans, and material specifications., • Contribute to CPV data entry, trending, and verification., • Support technology transfer of new products into GMP., • Represent MSAT in cross-functional teams and support process improvements. Requirements Essential: • 2–5 years’ experience in GMP manufacturing., • Direct experience with process validation or CPV., • Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment., • Fully on-site availability in Stevenage. Preferred: • Experience in ATMP, biologics, or other regulated manufacturing., • Background in technology transfer or process/product lifecycle management., • Degree in science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience., • Familiarity with QMS, deviations, CAPAs, and regulatory requirements., • Exposure to aseptic processing, cell culture, or downstream processing., • Experience with data analysis tools and continuous improvement methodologies.

Production Engineer Salary - £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience Looking for the chance to make a real impact in a growing, high-tech, multi-site manufacturing environment? This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where your engineering expertise will directly shape how products are built, scaled, and improved. As a Production Engineer, you will be the bridge between design and manufacturing – making sure complex PCB assemblies and full product builds can be produced reliably, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. What you’ll be doing: • Creating and refining production processes and documentation to ensure smooth operator-led assembly., • Driving continuous improvement across PCBA and product assembly, removing variability and risk., • Supporting NPIs, design reviews, and new customer requirements with practical manufacturing solutions., • Developing build instructions, BOMs, test procedures, and tooling to support production., • Working closely with manufacturing, sales, and customers to ensure technical requirements are fully met., • Analysing defects and process failures, then implementing corrective actions through smart engineering fixes. What we’re looking for: • Strong background in electronics manufacturing or PCB assembly environments., • Hands-on experience with lean, process improvement, and NPI support., • A problem-solver who can balance technical detail with practical shop-floor application., • Excellent communication skills – comfortable liaising across teams and with customers. This is a brilliant role for someone who wants to be hands-on with manufacturing process development while contributing to a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Interested to learn more? Get in touch for a confidential chat on email at or 01223 237888.

About the Company: At Europe Snacks Ltd, we strive to be a great place to work by embedding our core values of Entrepreneurship, Excellence, and Care in all that we do. About the Role: As a Shift Production Manager, your role is pivotal in driving production efficiencies to meet demand while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will focus on delivering exceptional operational performance by adhering to high technical standards, quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Responsibilities: Safety Leadership • Lead the site’s health and safety agenda, fostering a culture of zero tolerance for safety breaches., • Investigate and close out all accidents, near misses, and RIDDOR reports to eliminate safety risks., • Ensure staff adherence to Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and maintain up-to-date training records to meet safety standards., • Manage employee working hours to ensure no one exceeds 60 hours weekly. Quality and Food Safety • Ensure compliance with product specifications, food safety regulations, and quality standards., • Drive the site’s Food Safety Culture by organizing regular training, evaluations, and standards enforcement., • Maintain accurate records for HACCP, process controls, and traceability, ensuring 100% compliance., • Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to ensure no deviations from product specifications or GMP., • Escalate potential risks to the Factory Manager to maintain high food safety and product quality standards. Production and Delivery • Oversee day-to-day production to ensure targets and schedules are met, while proactively addressing potential issues., • Hold daily briefings with team leaders to review performance and discuss any operational issues., • Ensure that production plans are achieved and production processes are optimized through continuous improvement initiatives., • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) like OEE%, labour hours, and delivery targets., • Drive operational efficiency through effective use of Total Lean Culture (TLC) tools and techniques. Cost Control • Manage labour, raw materials, and production costs, producing daily variance reports., • Work closely with colleagues to reduce downtime and waste in production while improving overall equipment efficiency (OEE%)., • Contribute to cost-reduction plans, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving action plans to achieve cost-saving goals., • Ensure proper planning and utilization of labour, minimizing overtime while achieving production efficiency targets. People Management • Lead, develop, and coach a team of Team Leaders and Setters to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture., • Ensure that the team is adequately trained, motivated, and performing to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals., • Drive employee engagement by upholding the company’s Respect & Dignity Charter and ensuring fair and transparent management of absence, lateness, and holiday., • Maintain effective communication channels and hold regular team briefings to keep staff aligned with business goals., • Conduct performance management reviews and development plans for team leaders, ensuring a focus on continuous improvement and career progression. Critical Success Factors and KPIs: • Safety: Zero accidents and near misses, high compliance with SSOW., • Quality: 100% compliance with HACCP, GMP, and product specifications; low customer complaints and non-conformances., • Efficiency: OEE%, labour hours, adherence to production plans, and waste reduction targets achieved., • Cost: Labour utilization within budget, reduced raw material waste, improved cost per ton (Cost/T)., • People: High team engagement and morale, minimal absenteeism, strong adherence to training and development plans. Qualifications: • Proven experience in a production management role within the food manufacturing sector., • Strong knowledge of food safety standards, including HACCP, GMP, and relevant legislative requirements., • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a focus on coaching and developing others., • Solid understanding of production planning, cost management, and efficiency improvement techniques., • Strong problem-solving abilities, able to identify issues and implement solutions proactively., • Competency in data analysis and using metrics to drive performance improvements., • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and engage stakeholders at all levels., • Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Personal Qualities: You will be totally committed to delivering excellent customer experience – you will embody and champion our values every day in the way you deal with customers and colleagues. Work with gravitas, courage, maturity and be calm under pressure, building credibility and respect with internal and external stakeholders. With strong interpersonal skills that enables you to give timely feedback in a frank, positive way. Able to work collaboratively with all parts of the business, knowing when to support, when to push back and when to hold the line. Demonstrate a strong commitment to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. You will have the ability to inspire colleagues in a positive way through support and encouragement while also tackling any performance issues early and decisively to avoid problems from developing further. You’ll be a credible self-starter with drive and motivation and will seek out your internal and external customers, to understand fully your customers’ needs, identifying and working to remove pain points, and always doing what you say you will. A champion and role model for anticipating, shaping and enabling change you will be flexible, adaptable and resilient. You will be passionate about Production Management and be an effective and articulate communicator. You will demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset, confident to challenge status quo and bring new ideas. How to Apply If you’re ready to take the leap and join a company that is passionate about it’s people, apply today and help us shape the future of Europe Snacks. This role is not supported with sponsorship. Closing Date: 12th September 2025 Contact Email: Europe Snacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note, we are not working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy and kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this role.

Essential Functions: Process Improvement (QMS) * Lead and support continuous improvement initia. Quality Engineer/Executive My client is an established and growing global organisation that specialises in delivering customised vendor-managed services that integrate component sourcing, warehousin

The Manufacturing Engineer also provides technical and project leadership to develop and deploy equipment and process upgrades for new product development, cost reduction and quality improvement. What you will do: - Identify, participate in and lead projects that deliver improvements in safety, qua

Are you passionate about ensuring the highest standards in pharmaceutical development? As Director, Design Assurance, you will play a key role in driving operational compliance, standardization, and process improvement across our design processes, with primary focus on management of human biospecime

Analyse existing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Lead implementation of process changes, including ERP upgrades and automation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed improvements.

Work with all the Heads of Departments (HoDs) to identify the Key departmental and cross functional processes, as well as any process gaps, and areas for improvement. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Business Process Continuous Improvement Manager to join a global leader in design and manufa

Process Improvement Lead - Green Spaces We are seeking an experienced Process Improvement Lead to support our Green Spaces service on a contract basis. Develop and implement improvements, working with teams and ICT to make better use of digital tools and introduce effective data oversight t

Work with all the Heads of Departments (HoDs) to identify the Key departmental and cross functional processes, as well as any process gaps, and areas for improvement. This individual will drive continuous improvement initiatives, foster a culture of excellence, and ensure alignment with strategic ob

Proven experience delivering process improvement projects within the legal industry. Process Improvement Manager from a legal background. Responsibilities of the Process Improvement Manager.

Establish relationships and working arrangements with Process Owners to ensure they drive adoption and continuous improvement feedback and establish an effective review protocol for the Process Catalogue to ensure continuous improvement, harnessing new best practices, new opportunities for improveme

Use knowledge from Strategy & Management to align process improvement initiatives with organizational goals. Apply Accounting and Finance principles to evaluate process improvement ROI. Proven experience in process improvement and optimization.

Monitor staff food on a regular basis and make suggested improvements to the resort manager.

Plan and implement the strategy of growth & retention for new and existing business in each sector through leading the development of long-term account plans and a rolling lifecycle review process. Review unit and contract performance, identify improvements, and ensure contract compliance to exceed

Monitor staff food on a regular basis and make suggested improvements to the resort manager.

Inspire, a part of the CareTech Family, is dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support to children and young people aged 3-18 with diverse needs, including learning difficulties, complex health needs, physical disabilities, attachment disorders, and life-limiting conditions.We b

Monitor staff food on a regular basis and make suggested improvements to the resort manager.

It's your job to keep both our members happy, through efficient process and a dedication to customer excellence.

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Building Control Team Leader/ 6 month contract/ £90ph/ North West.My Local Authority client are looking for a Building Control Team Leader to come in on an initial 6 month contract with view to extension.The client require a Class 3 Surveyor to come in for site inspections and plan checking, along

Job Detail: Senior Project Manager - French Speaking.Reporting to: Head of Development.Dream of leading projects amidst the charm of Paris, the sun-drenched elegance of the South of France, and the breathtaking beauty of the French Alps? We're seeking a French speaking Senior Project Manag

Graduate Mechanical Project Engineer (Full Training).Full Training + 31 Days Holiday + 8% Pension + 4x Life Insurance + Work Life Balance.Factory based, commutable from Taunton, Tiverton, Wellington, Exeter, Bridgewater, Chard, Ilminster and surrounding areas.Are you a Graduate Engineer, or Junior M

Project Engineer – M&E Preconstruction & Delivery Kent or Bedfordshire Office | £65,000 – £70,000 per annum Full-time, Permanent Structured preconstruction.An opportunity has arisen for a capable and detail-driven Project Engineer to support the design coordination, procurem

Are you an experienced Project Engineer who has led and ran projects from cradle to grave for new industrial machinery and equipment? We are a Bedford based original equipment manufacturer and part of a global multi-billion turnover group with a strong existing client base spanning over 50 countries

Coalesce Management Consultancy (CMC) have a consulting assignment available for a Senior Process Engineer in East Sussex. Currently we’re looking for a Senior Process Engineer to help us provide solutions on a project based in East Sussex. They are looking to update their PCB manufacturing li

Are you an experienced Project Engineer who has led and ran projects from cradle to grave for new industrial machinery and equipment? We are a Bedford based original equipment manufacturer and part of a global multi-billion turnover group with a strong existing client base spanning over 50 countrie

To coordinate and manage mechanical and/or electrical building services engineering projects from concept, survey, through to completion, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, industry standards, client requirements, and company procedures.Develop outline mechanical and/or electrical designs for

Pin Point Recruitment is looking for an experienced Production Process Engineer to join a leading electronics manufacturer.

Lancashire | Permanent | Competitive Salary.Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver large-scale projects safely, on time, and within budget.You’ll be the link between site operations and Altrad’s engineering centres—driving performance, collaboration, and innovation wh

Mechanical Project Manager required for an award-winning HVAC company with regional offices throughout the UK, due to continued growth in the project division, our client is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join their expanding Projects division.The Mechanical Project Manager will be managing

Technically skilled in being able to carry out project management processes.

Strong analysis skills; process mapping, 'as is' & 'to be' states, requirements gathering.

Pin Point Recruitment is looking for an experienced Production Process Engineer to join a leading electronics manufacturer. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on reviewing and improving production processes, supporting customers from design through to manufacture, and ensuring high-quality

Support continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Manufacturing Project Engineer - NPI/NPD.Salary: Competitive, based on experience.Hours: Mon-Thu 07:30-16:30, Fri 07:30-13:30.Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join a leading UK-based manufacturer at the forefront of innovation in mobile elevated work platforms.With a

JOB- Project Engineer (Aerospace).SALARY- £40,000 to £50,000 per annum DOE.As a Project Engineer In this role, you'll lead the delivery of aircraft modification and certification projects, ensuring technical, regulatory, and schedule objectives are met.You'll work closely with design, airworthines

As an experienced Senior Chemical Engineer / Process Engineer leading within multidisciplinary engineering teams you will play a key role in reviewing design proposals and improvements to confirm they are technically sound, cost-effective, and suitable for real-world operation, ensuring the safe, ef

Production Process Engineer Location: Stevenage, SG1 Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum Hours: Monday – Friday, full-time Department: Production Engineering Reports to: Production Engineering Manager Pin Point Recruitment is looking for an experienced Production Process Engineer

As process engineer you will be responsible for monitoring, optimising, and improving treatment processes, working closely with operations, maintenance, and compliance teams to meet regulatory standards and performance targets. As process engineer you will combine technical expertise with problem-so

As process engineer you will be responsible for monitoring, optimising, and improving treatment processes, working closely with operations, maintenance, and compliance teams to meet regulatory standards and performance targets. As process engineer you will combine technical expertise with problem-so

Review and audit of production processes to ensure they operate effectively and proactively promote process improvements. Senior Quality Engineer with AS9100, NPI & Process Improvement experience required for volume manufacturing client. The Senior Quality Engineer plays a key role in problem invest

Are you looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) and need tailored recruitment support and the right qualifications to secure your career?.A business analyst is a problem solver who for example investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation, analyses solutions and helps

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Senior Business Analyst - Guidewire ClaimsCenter Transformation.Hybrid: 1 day in the office per week.Are you ready for your next meaty engagement with a global financial, working on their Claims Digital Transformation program?.Commercial or Personal insurance domain knowledge / Guidewire ClaimsCente

Senior Business Analyst (BI & Reporting) Contract Inside IR35 Location - Manchester Hybrid - 1 Day per Week Rate - £400-500 per Day DoELength 3 Months Start - 8th September We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to help our client, a household name in the UK, on a contract basis.This role

Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity - Become an Expert in Business Change and IT Transformation.Month Fixed Term Contract | Gloucestershire | £26,000 (year 1).Eager to springboard your career into the exhilarating world of Business Change? Look no further! Here’s an exclusive opportunity to