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Head of Manufacturing - Biomaterials Scale Up, Slough
Location: Slough, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
31.05.2025
Expiry Date:
15.07.2025
Job Description:
By combining computational protein design, machine learning, and automation, we accelerate the development of innovative materials for a wide range of sectors, from fashion to medical textiles. Our novel protein-based fibres are designed to replace petrochemical-derived materials, offering a sustainable, biodegradable, and functional alternative for consumers, industry, and the planet.
Our multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and software developers comes from diverse backgrounds, all united by a passion for developing next-generation materials. We are now looking for a Head of Manufacturing (full-time, in-person) to join our growing team and play a central role in bringing our technology to scale.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute as a member of the senior leadership team to the strategic direction and growth of the company.
* Report directly to the CEO and regularly update the Board on manufacturing strategy and progress.
* Scale-Up & Technology Transfer: Lead the transition of manufacturing processes from lab-scale to pilot and commercial production. Oversee selection and coordination with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) to ensure effective technology transfer.
* Line manage heads of the fibre spinning and strain engineering/bioprocess teams; manage partnerships with Contract Research Organizations (CROs).
* Build and maintain detailed supply chain models with financial projections for large-scale manufacturing.
* Manage relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners to ensure efficient and scalable production.
* Ensure all manufacturing processes align with sustainability goals, including waste minimisation, reduced energy and water usage, and circular economy principles.
* Regulatory Compliance: Oversee adherence to health, safety, environmental standards, REACH, and other relevant regulations across internal operations and outsourced manufacturing. Maintain required documentation, including SOPs, MSDS, batch records, and regulatory filings.
* Process Optimisation: Drive continuous improvement of industrial processes by applying statistical methods, process modelling, mass balance calculations, and experimental design to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience scaling up manufacturing processes, ideally in polymer processing and/or bioprocess manufacturing.
* Strong understanding of regulatory standards and quality systems for new materials and/or technical-grade bioprocessing.
* Excellent technical skills and analytical thinking.
* Proactive and self-driven with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
* Extensive experience in project management and leading technical teams.
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