Validation Engineering Specialist II

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Summary:

Provide specialized validation knowledge and information, which is directly needed to support operations and clients. Complete protocols and reports related to the Continues Process Verification (CPV)  of manufacturing and packaging processes (including serialization) as well as cleaning validation. Ensure documents conform to all ThermoFisher Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), client requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Essential Functions: 

• Prepare and execute validation protocols (new and existing clients) and writing reports.
• Review/verify data and performs statistical analysis.
• Monitor the production scheduling and coordination of validation activities as required
• Attend client meetings as validation representative.
• Provide technical/validation expertise and support to Quality Operations/Business or Project management/operations/Pharmaceutics and Process Technology (PPT).
• Document review of peer protocols and reports.
• Maintain cleaning program and trending cleaning results.
• Support equipment swabbing.
• Attend client meetings as validation representative (as required)
• Support special projects (as required)
• Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
• Perform alternating or rotating shifts (if required)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

BSc in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in validation within the pharmaceutical industry.

Previous experience in statistical analysis is preferable.

Equivalency:

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong written and oral skills.  Detail oriented and organized, with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness.  Excellent interpersonal skills, communication and organizational skills.  Strong judgment, decision making and trouble shooting skills.  Ability to multi-task, meeting tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.  Mini-Tab and data analysis knowledge an asset. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.  Proficiency with the English Language.

Standards and Expectations:  

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.  Effectively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Model positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner.  Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.    

Physical Requirements:

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about lab/lab office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, latex or similar gloves, safety apron, organic respirator occasionally.

Disclaimer: 

This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job.  The description is not to be construed as a comprehensive statement of work, responsibilities, or requirements.  Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.

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