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Qualified Person (QP) – Sterile / Biologics Manufacturing 📍 Deeside, North Wales, UK 📅 Permanent Position We are supporting the appointment of an experienced Qualified Person (QP) at a highly specialised pharmaceutical manufacturing facility based in Deeside, North Wales. The site focuses on advanced antibody, protein and peptide drug conjugate technologies, operating within one of the fastest-growing areas of oncology therapeutics. The facility supports development activities from discovery through to clinical development within a state-of-the-art environment designed for highly potent bioconjugation processes. The Role The Qualified Person will be responsible for performing the full duties of a QP in line with EU and UK regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliant certification and release of medicinal products and investigational medicinal products (IMPs). This role sits within the Quality function and will play a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting product release and providing strategic quality oversight across the site. Key Responsibilities • Act as a Qualified Person in accordance with Eudralex Volume 4 Annex 16 and EU Directive 2001/83 as incorporated into UK law, • Review and certify batch manufacturing and testing documentation for product release, • Support the release of Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) batches, • Ensure compliance with GMP requirements and relevant regulatory expectations, • Manage and review quality system elements including deviations, CAPAs and change controls, • Provide GxP guidance and support across site functions, • Interface with regulatory authorities and customers as required, • Ensure correct documentation and regulatory frameworks are in place for product certification, • Contribute to the development of site and group quality strategy Candidate Profile • Eligible to act as a Qualified Person under UK legislation, • Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology or a related scientific discipline, • Minimum 10 years’ experience working in GxP environments within the pharmaceutical or biologics sector, • Extensive experience interacting with regulatory authorities, • Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical quality systems, • Experience within sterile, biologics, or complex manufacturing environments preferred, • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Research Scientist - Personal Care We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our Personal Care Technical team, based at our Ellesmere Port site. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative new ingredients and formulations through hands‑on laboratory work, data‑driven research and close collaboration with colleagues across our global business. Working within a supportive and experienced team, you will play a key role in delivering technical programmes, supporting customer projects and generating high‑quality scientific insights that help shape our product portfolio. Key Responsibilities • Undertake laboratory experiments to support the development of new and existing Personal Care technologies, ensuring accurate data generation, analysis and interpretation, • Design or adapt test methods to meet project needs and deliver reliable, meaningful results, • Formulate innovative example products that demonstrate the performance of Innospec ingredients and reflect consumer trends and regulatory requirements, • Review scientific literature and patent information to support project direction and identify new opportunities, • Prepare clear technical reports, presentations and monthly progress updates for the Technical Manager and wider stakeholders, • Support manufacturing projects through performance and stability testing, • Maintain accurate documentation, including risk assessments and COSHH records, in line with Innospec safety procedures, • Build awareness of product developments, emerging technologies and relevant industry trends, • Contribute to project planning and effectively communicate work programmes to ensure timely delivery of milestones, • Provide technical support and training to colleagues across Technical, Sales and Marketing (full product training provided) What We’re Looking For • A degree (preferably MSc or PhD) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cosmetic Science or a related discipline, • Experience working in a research or formulation environment, ideally within the Personal Care industry, • Strong practical laboratory skills and confidence generating, analysing and presenting technical data, • Good understanding of safe laboratory practice, including COSHH, • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, with strong attention to detail, • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software and research tools, • Demonstrated creativity, problem‑solving ability and an interest in new technologies and product innovation, • Ability to manage your own workload, meet project deadlines and contribute effectively to interdisciplinary teamwork About Innospec Innospec is a global specialty chemicals company focused on bringing innovative new technologies to market combined with a fast and responsive service. We serve a range of industries across the world, bringing our products to customers in markets from oilfields, fuels, refineries and power stations to personal care and performance chemicals. Our global team of approximately 2,000 employees spans 22 countries, applying their extensive experience and market understanding to customers’ local needs. Integrating our global footprint with local service capability enables us to supply quality products that meet and anticipate changing market dynamics. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary alongside the following benefits: • Up to 10% employee, 15% employer pension contributions, • Annual bonus of up to 30% of basic salary, • 6x death in service, • Private medical insurance, • 25 days annual leave (increasing to 28 days after 2-, 4- and 5-years’ service), • SAYE scheme, • Core working hours of 10am–3pm, with flexibility to work between 7am–7pm, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Access to our full Percipio training library, free of charge, for ongoing learning and development

Job Title: Scientist II – Physical Testing Location: Deeside, UK (Onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week Pay Rate: £142.32 per day (PAYE) Role Overview The Scientist II in the Physical Testing Department supports the product development process for medical devices by conducting physical testing to ensure product safety, efficacy, and quality. The role involves generating, analysing, and documenting data in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and Good Documentation Practice (GDP). Scientist II’s are expected to apply scientific knowledge and practical laboratory experience to develop, validate, and execute physical test methods based on recognised industry standards and bespoke product requirements. The role requires strong attention to detail, effective workload management across multiple projects, adaptability to change, and excellent problem‑solving and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Quality & Compliance • Operate within a controlled ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 laboratory quality system., • Ensure compliance with GxP, cGMP, SOPs and Technical Documents (TDs)., • Maintain data integrity and ensure accurate, timely reporting to GLP standards., • Design, plan and execute physical testing activities to support R&D and base business projects., • Develop and validate new physical testing methods in line with industry standards., • Estimate resource and time requirements for experiments and monitor performance to ensure targets are met., • Independently analyse and interpret test data using statistical analysis tools., • Author and technically approve validation protocols, reports, benchbooks, and technical documentation., • Accurately record laboratory data in accordance with GDP requirements., • Conduct detailed laboratory investigations into atypical or out-of-specification (OOS) results., • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)., • Support daily laboratory activities, including:, • Housekeeping, • Equipment maintenance and calibration, • Solution preparation, • Consumable stock replenishment, • Sample shipping and logging, • Document scanning and filing Authority Quality Management System Authority For Physical Testing‑related protocols, plans, reports, benchbooks and test data, the Scientist II has authority as: • Author Approver, • Technical Approver Skills & Experience Essential • 2–3 years’ experience working in a laboratory environment., • Broad understanding of physical testing techniques., • Good written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail., • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel., • Experience within the Medical Devices or Pharmaceutical industry., • Working knowledge of FDA and European quality regulations, including:, • ISO 13485:2016, • ISO 9001, • FDA 21 CFR Part 820, • Knowledge and experience of GMP guidelines and regulations., • Statistical analysis experience, with Minitab desirable. Qualifications / Education • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant science-related discipline (e.g. biological sciences).

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Chester, Up to £60,000 The Opportunity A leading European manufacturer of vehicle-based equipment is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of current and future product platforms. The business designs and manufactures a wide range of products including trailers, vehicle bodies, and specialist transport equipment, operating from well-established engineering and manufacturing facilities across North Wales. With continued investment in product innovation and engineering capability, this is a great opportunity to join a business where engineers are genuinely hands-on and play a key role in shaping products. The Role Reporting to the Head of Design, you’ll take a lead role in the design and development of mechanical structures and vehicle systems, supporting both new product development and continuous improvement of existing platforms. You’ll work closely with manufacturing, testing and purchasing teams to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable and fit for purpose. Key responsibilities include: • Leading design of chassis, suspension systems, axles, hydraulics and mechanical assemblies, • Producing 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks, • Carrying out engineering calculations (beam bending, load analysis, structural verification), • Supporting prototype builds, testing and validation, • Managing Bills of Materials (BoM) and engineering documentation, • Ensuring compliance with relevant engineering standards and regulations, • Supporting engineering change and continuous improvement, • Collaborating with manufacturing to ensure design for manufacture (DFM) What They’re Looking For • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience), • Strong SolidWorks design and detailing experience, • Experience designing fabricated structures / heavy mechanical assemblies, • Strong hands-on engineering mindset with calculation capability, • Experience with structural analysis (beam bending, load calculations), • Background supporting prototyping and testing Highly Desirable Experience in any of the following: • Automotive / Off-highway / Agricultural machinery, • Trailers, transport equipment or vehicle systems, • Chassis or suspension design, • Welded fabrication and structural assemblies About You • Practical, hands-on engineer who enjoys seeing designs come to life, • Strong communicator, comfortable working cross-functionally, • Self-motivated with a sense of ownership, • Passionate about engineering and product development Important Information • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, • Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role Why Apply? • Be part of a well-established, growing manufacturer, • Work on real, tangible products from concept through to build, • Strong engineering environment with hands-on involvement, • Opportunity to influence future product platforms If you’d like to learn more, apply or contact me for a confidential discussion.

Scientist I – Analytical Location: Deeside Function: Science & Technology – Analytical Laboratories The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Analytical Scientist to join a Science & Technology laboratory team based in Deeside. This role will support new product development, product labelling, and lifecycle management through high‑quality analytical testing of medical device and skin care products. You will work within a regulated laboratory environment, performing analytical testing, developing and validating new methods, and ensuring all work is delivered in line with GMP/GLP and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities • Perform analytical testing on existing and new medical device and skin care products in accordance with SOPs, protocols, and technical documents, • Develop and validate new analytical R&D test methods in line with internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice, • Analyse, interpret, and report laboratory data to GMP/GLP standards, • Draft, review, and maintain analytical documentation including test protocols, validation protocols, and R&D reports, • Collate and analyse test data for inclusion in technical reports, • Maintain, calibrate, and qualify laboratory instrumentation, ensuring documentation is completed to required GxP standards, • Troubleshoot analytical test methods and laboratory equipment issues, • Raise and manage Non‑Conformance reports, implementing corrective actions within agreed timelines, • Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with laboratory quality systems, • Update and manage laboratory documentation including SOPs, TDs, OCIs, and logbooks, • Provide technical support to manufacturing sites, including method validation and analytical method transfer activities, • Support the evaluation of new technologies and participate in technical investigations for R&D projects, • Train new or less experienced laboratory staff in test methods and equipment use where required, • Adhere to all EHS policies, procedures, and safe working practices About You • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a closely related discipline, • Ideally 3–5 years’ experience within a medical device or pharmaceutical R&D / product development environment, • Strong working knowledge of GLP/GMP and regulatory compliance (FDA and European Quality Systems), • Experience developing and executing analytical method validation, • Competent with advanced analytical techniques and equipment such as HPLC, UV, ICP‑MS, analytical balances and pipettes, • Confident in laboratory documentation, data integrity, and technical report writing, • Experience with calibration, maintenance, and qualification of laboratory equipment, • Comfortable working with electronic data management systems, • Proactive, flexible, and motivated, with a strong team‑focused mindset, • Willing and able to support EHS initiatives, including risk assessments and COSHH activities (where competent)

Scientist I – Stability Location: Deeside (full time, on site – 35 hours per week) Contract Length: 12 months Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £122.62 per day (PAYE) The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Scientist I – Stability to join a well‑established laboratory services team within a regulated scientific environment. This role will support stability testing activities for existing and new products, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP and relevant quality standards. You will play a key role in generating, analysing and reporting stability data, supporting product shelf‑life and labelling requirements. Key Responsibilities • Perform physical and analytical stability testing in line with approved protocols, SOPs and technical documents, • Analyse, interpret, document and report stability data to GMP/GLP standards, • Maintain, calibrate and document stability laboratory equipment, • Support compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA and ICH guidelines, • Assist with stability investigations, including OOS and laboratory troubleshooting, • Support accelerated and real‑time stability programmes, • Collate and retrieve stability data and samples for reports and studies, • Assist with drafting stability protocols and reports, • Ensure laboratories are maintained as a safe working environment, • Order laboratory consumables, reagents and equipment as required, • Liaise with external vendors for equipment servicing and calibration, • BSc in a scientific discipline (or equivalent experience), • Experience working in a laboratory environment within a regulated setting, • Exposure to analytical equipment such as balances, pipettes, HPLC and ICP‑MS, • Good understanding of GMP, GLP and quality systems, • Strong attention to detail and data integrity, • Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel, • Proactive team player with a positive, flexible approach to changing priorities

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Service Chemist to join the Fuels Specialties Customer Technical Services (FS-CTS) team at Ellesmere Port, reporting to the Laboratory Manager. The FS-CTS team plays a vital role in supporting the continued growth of FS products across the EMEA region. As part of this team, you’ll deliver expert technical support by responding to customer queries, conducting laboratory studies to support the ongoing use of products, develop new formulations and applications, and providing hands-on field support. Role Responsibilities • Providing technical support related to the application of refinery, marine, power, and renewable fuel additives, • Support product development of new additive packages driven by customer and industry requirements, • Executing technical service projects and providing data to support the business in a timely fashion under direction and priority, • Responsible for routine maintenance and calibration of test equipment, • Undertaking testing according to standardised industry methods and internal protocols, to support fuel additive application, • Communicate and report technical information to the technical and sales team, Innospec Fuel Specialties, as well as external customers in a clear and concise manner. This could be verbal or written, e.g. via reports or presentations, • Assist in training of staff/customers in test techniques and additive applications and present technical data as required, • Undertake customer visits to support and conduct trials as required, • Conducting tests and collating technical response as required in support of customer tenders, • Maintaining laboratory areas safe and tidy according to local standards and carry out and risk assessments as appropriate Requirements • Degree-qualified in chemistry or another relevant scientific discipline, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, • Effective interpersonal skills and experience working in cross-functional teams, • Commercial awareness and interest in business applications of science, • Willingness to travel occasionally About Innospec Innospec is a global specialty chemicals company focused on bringing innovative new technologies to market combined with a fast and responsive service. We serve a range of industries across the world, bringing our products to customers in markets from oilfields, fuels, refineries and power stations to personal care and performance chemicals. Our global team of approximately 2,000 employees spans 24 countries, applying their extensive experience and market understanding to customers’ local needs. Integrating our global footprint with local service capability enables us to supply quality products that meet and anticipate changing market dynamics. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary alongside the following benefits: • Up to 10% employee, and 15% employer pension contributions, • Annual bonus scheme, • 6x salary death‑in‑service cover, • Private medical insurance, • Optional annual medical check‑up with our onsite Occupational Health provider, • 25 days’ annual leave, increasing up to 28 days with service (after 2, 4 and 5 years), • ShareSave scheme, • Core working hours of 10am–3pm, with flexibility to work between 7am–7pm, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Access to our full Percipio training library, free of charge, for ongoing learning and development

Area: Ellesmere PortHours: 8.15am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.15am to 1pm FridaySalary: 40-43K Our client has a permanent opportunity to join their manufacturing company. You will essentially be a multi-disciplined systems engineer with testing experience. Job Summary Working within the test and qualification team, you will play a key role in both theoretical analysis and the hands on execution of product qualification plans. You will co-ordinate cross functional engineering activities focused on systems verification and compliance. Organised and multi-disciplined engineers will thrive in this role and enjoy the day to day variety it offers. Key Responsibilities Interpret and manage technical requirements to create and execute qualification programme plans.Take technical ownership of system verification and activities required for their completion.Develop, execute and report on test plans.Identify process inefficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement across engineering systems and practices.Engage in professional development through formal and informal training, including self lead learning and mentoring. Required Skills

Senior Design Engineer Automotive | Heavy Engineering | Bespoke Machinery Location: North Wales | Full-Time | Permanent The Opportunity We’re supporting a well-established and growing manufacturer who are looking to appoint a Senior Design Engineer to play a key role in their expanding engineering team. This is a hands-on, lead design role where you’ll have real ownership of products, projects and engineering decisions - ideal for an engineer who enjoys seeing designs progress from concept through to manufacture and real-world use. The role would suit someone with experience in vehicle conversion, truck/wagon design, structural assemblies, automotive, aerospace, off-highway, rail or bespoke machinery. What You’ll Be Doing * Leading design activities on current and future products. * Producing conceptual and detailed 3D designs and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks or similar). * Designing across chassis, suspension, axles, structures and welded fabrications. * Supporting prototype builds, validation, testing and continuous improvement. * Ensuring designs meet internal standards, regulatory requirements and design-for-manufacture principles. * Working closely with manufacturing, purchasing and test teams to ensure smooth product delivery. * Playing a key role in new product development and influencing internal engineering processes. What We’re Looking For ...

Qualified Person (QP) – Sterile / Biologics Manufacturing 📍 Deeside, North Wales, UK 📅 Permanent Position We are supporting the appointment of an experienced Qualified Person (QP) at a highly specialised pharmaceutical manufacturing facility based in Deeside, North Wales. The site focuses on advanced antibody, protein and peptide drug conjugate technologies, operating within one of the fastest-growing areas of oncology therapeutics. The facility supports development activities from discovery through to clinical development within a state-of-the-art environment designed for highly potent bioconjugation processes. The Role The Qualified Person will be responsible for performing the full duties of a QP in line with EU and UK regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliant certification and release of medicinal products and investigational medicinal products (IMPs). This role sits within the Quality function and will play a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting product release and providing strategic quality oversight across the site. Key Responsibilities • Act as a Qualified Person in accordance with Eudralex Volume 4 Annex 16 and EU Directive 2001/83 as incorporated into UK law, • Review and certify batch manufacturing and testing documentation for product release, • Support the release of Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) batches, • Ensure compliance with GMP requirements and relevant regulatory expectations, • Manage and review quality system elements including deviations, CAPAs and change controls, • Provide GxP guidance and support across site functions, • Interface with regulatory authorities and customers as required, • Ensure correct documentation and regulatory frameworks are in place for product certification, • Contribute to the development of site and group quality strategy Candidate Profile • Eligible to act as a Qualified Person under UK legislation, • Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology or a related scientific discipline, • Minimum 10 years’ experience working in GxP environments within the pharmaceutical or biologics sector, • Extensive experience interacting with regulatory authorities, • Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical quality systems, • Experience within sterile, biologics, or complex manufacturing environments preferred, • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Our client, who provides some of the world's most well-known licensed and branded goods to the retail industry across entertainment, gaming and sport, is seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Product Compliance & Testing Coordinator to support a growing Home & Lifestyle division.This role ens

A leading aerospace engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced engineer to join the Test and Qualification team. The role focuses on executing product qualification plans through both theoretical analysis and practical testing, requiring a strong foundation in mechanical engineering. Candi

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