We’re seeking an experienced Validation professional to independently lead and execute complex validation activities supporting GMP manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on, compliance-focused expert who can balance multiple priorities, lead validation efforts with minimal oversight, and partner cross-functionally to support equipment readiness, inspections, and new product launches.
Key Responsibilities
Validation Leadership & Execution
- Independently draft, execute, and close validation plans, protocols, test strategies, and final reports
- Lead qualification activities for equipment, facilities, utilities, and computerized systems
- Serve as Lead Validation representative on project teams supporting changes, deviations, tech transfers, and new product launches
- Ensure validation activities meet GMP, FDA, EU, and internal quality requirements
- Maintain validation areas in a constant state of inspection readiness
Technical & Cross-Functional Support
Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, and Quality teams on system selection, upgrades, and commissioningDevelop and review URS, RA, FRS, and DQ documentationSupport cleaning validation, utilities qualification (HVAC, water, gases), and media fill oversightExecute requalification and periodic reviews for autoclaves, depyrogenation tunnels, cold rooms, freezers, and warehouse areasPerform room qualifications and smoke studies in Grade A pharmaceutical environmentsCompliance, Audits & Continuous Improvement
Support Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs, ensuring on-time closureAssist with audit responses and regulatory inspectionsTrain personnel on validation and quality principlesMonitor and support completion of required compliance training and KPIsRequired Experience
6+ years of GMP validation experience in a regulated manufacturing environment(10+ years accepted in lieu of a degree)At least 3 years leading validation projectsStrong experience with :Equipment, facilities, utilities, and computer system validationCleaning validation conceptsPharma-grade utilities (HVAC, water, gases)Ellab data loggers and softwareExtensive technical writing experience with minimal reviewer oversightAbility to analyze validation and production data to assess GMP complianceStrong leadership, planning, and cross-functional collaboration skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointEducation
Bachelor’s degree preferred (Science or Engineering discipline)Why This Role
High-visibility validation ownership with real operational impactOpportunity to lead complex projects in a regulated biopharmaceutical environmentStrong cross-functional exposure across Engineering, Production, and Quality