Validation Manager

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Validation Manager to join a leading Pharmaceutical company based in the South West of England. As the Validation Manager you will be responsible for overseeing validation activities within a GMP manufacturing facility. This site is currently undergoing expansion and we are looking for a Passionate, driven candidate with a track record of managing teams.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Your duties as the Validation Manager will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

1. Manage a team of up to 10 people (Including Validation Engineers), ensuring validation activities are executed as per expected timelines

2. Execute Validation Risk Assessments, impact assessments and Master Plans as required

3. The Validation Manager will strive to ensure validation programs are approved without correction by regulatory bodies

4. Observe validation project workload, distribute projects within the team as appropriate, and support on qualification activities as part of new build plans within the existing facility.

Role Requirements

To be successful in your application to this exciting opportunity as the Validation Manager we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

1. Relevant degree in an Engineering/Scientific discipline

2. Proven industry experience working as a Validation Manager or 'Head Of'

3. A working knowledge and practical experience with executing Validation reports (IQ/OQ/PQ), knowledge of electronic QMS, as well as knowledge of GMP, GAMP and ICH Guidelines

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