Associate Validation Scientist

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain validation protocols and validation SOPs for Perrigo Infant Formula operations.
• Coordinate with personnel from other departments (Quality Assurance, Production, Technical, Engineering).
• Perform/manage annual CCP and OPRP testing as well as annual cleaning verifications.
• Oversee all Computer System Validation protocol approvals and executions.
• Support HACCP study, process flow and QMS reviews.
• Assist in HACCP study completion on a timely basis.
• Perform annual verification activities, including CIP and CCP/OPRP verifications.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field or equivalent work experience in a validation scientist role.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related Quality experience.
• Experience with validation responsibilities in food, pharmaceutical, or medical device field.
• Experience in regulated food manufacturing environment with exposure to 21 CFR 117, lean manufacturing, FSSC
  22000/SQF regulations and preferred experience with 21 CFR 106/107 and 21 CFR 113.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including report writing.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with PCs and software such as Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint; technical writing ability in an FDA regulated industry.

Demonstrates expertise in validation protocols and standard operating procedures within regulated environments, particularly in food and pharmaceutical sectors. Proficient in managing validation activities, including Computer System Validation and compliance with relevant regulations.