MS&T Technical Specialist
Job in
Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listing for:
Dechra Pharmaceuticals Limited
Contract
position
Listed on 2026-11-07
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Validation Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Validation Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We're looking for a Technical Services Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team in Skipton. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded pharmaceutical professional to play a key role in new product introductions, process optimisation and technology transfer projects, helping bring innovative veterinary medicines from development into commercial manufacture. The Opportunity Working closely with Product Development, Production, Quality and Engineering teams, you'll support the commercialisation of new products, lead technical improvement projects and troubleshoot manufacturing processes to ensure reliable product supply and operational excellence.
This role offers excellent exposure across the product lifecycle and is ideal for someone who enjoys combining science, problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration. What You'll Be Doing Supporting new product introductions, scale-up and technology transfer activities Leading technical investigations and troubleshooting manufacturing processes Driving process optimisation and continuous improvement projects Supporting validation activities and GMP documentation Working closely with Production, QA, Product Development and Engineering teams Assisting with new equipment evaluation and implementation Providing technical expertise to support business-critical projects Helping ensure products are successfully launched and supplied to market What We're Looking For Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Engineering or a related discipline Good experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related industry Strong technical problem-solving and project management skills
Experience with MSAT, process validation, technical transfer or product lifecycle management Ability to work across multiple projects and stakeholders Knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
Experience with solid dose products would be a distinct advantage. What we offer Average 36-hour working week (with a day off every other Friday) Plenty of training and development opportunities 22 days annual leave Bank holidays Option to buy a week's holiday each year 8% Employer Pension Contribution Free access to the Headspace App Employee Assistance Programme Free on-site parking Due to the nature of our business, all successful candidates will be required to complete a basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service check) before employment can commence, and at regular intervals during employment.
This check will be paid for by Dechra. Apply now and help us advance animal health!
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