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Validation Technician

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 25,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading

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Job Description

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: £25k - £30k (dependant on experience) 

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

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