Manufacturing Equipment & Systems Specialist

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AtOXB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re on a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the world—and we’re looking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day:Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful.

We’re currently recruiting for aManufacturing Equipment & Systems Specialistto join our Manufacturing team. In this role you’ll ensure that all equipment and computerised systems are compliant, safe, and maintained to support efficient batch delivery, playing a key part in advancing our mission and making a real difference.

If you enjoy problem‑solving, working with high‑tech equipment, and being the go‑to person for technical queries, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact. Please note this role is an onsite opportunity which doesn’t require shift work.

Your responsibilities in this role would be:

• Controlling access to manufacturing systems and supporting trained personnel.
• Supporting equipment moves, installations, and validation lifecycle activities (URS, DQ, RQ, VRR, CST).
• Maintaining and updating asset materials such as logbooks and SOPs.
• Acting as a technical contact for Quality, Validation, Engineering, audits, and client queries.
• Working with equipment vendors to resolve technical issues and support purchasing/spares.
• Supporting equipment-related NPI activities, pre‑batch readiness, and shutdown periods.
• Participating in HAZOP reviews and acting as SME for equipment-related QMS records.

We are looking for:

• Ability to travel across all Oxfordshire sites.
• STEM degree desirable or relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of GMP and cleanroom environments.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment such as bioreactors or chromatography systems.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems (CAPA, CC, DEV).
• Ability to follow SOPs and complete cleanroom gowning qualification.

About Us:

OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 30 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

OXB collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXB’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise.

Why Join Us?

• 🧘Wellbeing programmes that support your mental and physical health
• 🚀Career development opportunities to help you grow and thrive
• 🤝Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• 🧪State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities
• 🌍 A company that lives its values:Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect

We want you to feel inspired every day. At OXB, we’re future-focused and growing fast. We succeed together—through passion, commitment, and teamwork.