Validation Technician (Graduate or Technical Entry Level

Validation Technician (Graduate or Technical Entry Level) Permanent | Full-Time | 37 Hours Per Week | Site-Based, Leicestershire About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Validation Technician to join a highly regulated manufacturing environment supporting the qualification, validation, and ongoing compliance of critical equipment, facilities, and systems. This role would be particularly well suited to a recent Science or Engineering graduate looking to build a career within Quality, Validation, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or Engineering.

Equally, candidates with relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Working within a collaborative team, you will play a key role in ensuring that equipment, facilities, and processes operate consistently and meet regulatory and quality requirements. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a desire to develop specialist validation expertise.

Key Responsibilities As a Validation Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Preparing, executing, and reporting validation and qualification protocols Supporting routine revalidation and requalification activities across manufacturing and laboratory environments Conducting temperature mapping studies on equipment such as Freezers, refrigerators, cold rooms Performing air particle counting within controlled cleanroom environments Carrying out airflow measurement and airflow visualisation studies Supporting validation of isolator decontamination cycles using biological indicators Assisting with revalidation of sterilisation processes, including:
Hot air sterilising ovens Sterilise-in-place systems Producing accurate technical documentation and validation reports Reviewing data and documentation to ensure compliance with quality standards Working with a variety of critical equipment and systems, including:
Temperature-controlled equipment Laboratory balances Vial filling and sealing systems Positive pressure glove isolators HVAC and facility systems Computerised systems About You We're looking for a practical, hands-on individual with excellent organisational skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving. Essential Requirements Degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or similar) Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Excellent written communication skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and MS Excel Strong planning, organisation, and multitasking skills Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Willingness to learn and develop within a regulated environment What's on Offer?

Permanent position with long-term career development opportunities Full training and support provided Exposure to a broad range of specialist validation activities Opportunity to develop expertise in a highly regulated technical environment Collaborative and supportive team culture Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.