Job Title: Validation Technician
Location: Berkshire (own transport essential)
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, flexible working hours available)
Salary: £competitive
Our client in the animal health sector is offering an exciting opportunity to receive full training in validation processes. This role is ideal for a recent science graduate seeking their first position or an individual with prior lab experience looking to transition into a validation-focused role.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with the Senior QV Specialist to ensure all equipment operates in compliance with GMP regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Continuous Improvement & Compliance
* Contribute to initiatives focused on improving equipment performance, validation processes, and maintenance procedures.
* Provide evidence of compliance with validation and maintenance requirements during internal and external audits.
Equipment Validation
* Conduct validation activities to ensure all equipment functions according to design and maintains required environmental conditions.
* Prepare and review validation protocol documentation in line with SOPs and validation plans.
* Perform validation and qualification of temperature-controlled equipment.
* Document and investigate validation deviations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
* Monitor and manage the validation schedule to ensure timely completion of required activities.
Equipment Maintenance
* Perform regular maintenance checks, ensuring temperature-controlled systems operate efficiently and comply with regulatory and safety standards.
* Document weekly, monthly, and ad hoc maintenance and health & safety checks for all equipment and systems.
* Operate and calibrate the temperature monitoring system.
* Maintain the PPM software, ensuring accurate and up-to-date maintenance records.
* Analyse temperature-controlled area data to identify trends or deviations affecting equipment performance or product quality.
* Coordinate maintenance activities during shutdowns and ensure timely completion of scheduled tasks.
* Oversee external contractors conducting calibration and maintenance, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
* Ensure all temperature-controlled equipment is validated and calibrated before due dates, maintaining compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Support & Additional Responsibilities
* Safeguard product quality by ensuring equipment operates within validated parameters.
* Assist with operational projects, urgent maintenance tasks, and ad hoc requests to support the success of the business.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* BSc in a science subject.
* Familiarity with GMP production
* Knowledge and/or experience in validation processes is preferred.
* Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
* Positive attitude toward learning new skills and adapting to new processes.
* Awareness and understanding of safety standards.
Full training will be provided.