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PR · On-site

Member of the Quality Risk Management and participate in development of FMEAs and Risk Control Plans as validation SME. * Administer the Validation Review Board. Qualifications * Bachelor Degree in ...

Quality / Validation Engineer

Vista, CA · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

A brief overview The Quality Engineer (QE) / Validation fulfills a critical role in GMP operations, supporting cleaning validation activities for API and PMO manufacturing, and the qualification of ...

Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and external vendors. Validation Lifecycle Management * Ensure compliance with: * FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, 11 * EU GMP Annex 1 & 15 * ICH ...

Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and external vendors. Validation Lifecycle Management * Ensure compliance with: * FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, 11 * EU GMP Annex 1 & 15 * ICH ...

Lead all validation activities in a hands-on approach and in collaboration with the engineering and Quality teams. * Manage multiple validation projects simultaneously, plan, coordinate and track the ...

... quality products at scale. The Team Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial ... Build, mentor, and manage a team of hardware validation engineers. * Collaborate with hardware ...

... quality, and reliability targets before production release. Working closely with silicon, board ... Build, mentor, and manage a team of hardware validation engineers. * Collaborate with hardware ...

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How much do quality validation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality validation manager in the United States is $105,415.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Quality Validation Manager vs Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectQuality Validation ManagerQuality Assurance Specialist
CertificationsISO 9001, Six Sigma, CQEISO 9001, Six Sigma, CQE
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, tech companiesManufacturing, healthcare, software development
ResponsibilitiesOversees validation processes, ensures compliance, manages validation teamsPerforms audits, develops QA procedures, monitors quality metrics

The main difference is that a Quality Validation Manager focuses on validating processes and systems to ensure compliance, often managing validation teams, while a Quality Assurance Specialist concentrates on implementing QA procedures, conducting audits, and maintaining quality standards. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in industries like manufacturing and healthcare, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Quality Validation Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,415 per year, or $50.7 per hour.
Validation Manager

Validation Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Greenville, NC • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Thermo Fisher Scientific rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 396 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

186th of 516 rated manufacturers


Job description

Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
As a Validation Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will manage validation activities that ensure product quality and regulatory compliance. You'll develop validation strategy and oversee a team responsible for qualifying equipment, utilities, facilities, computer systems, and manufacturing processes. Working across functions, you'll ensure validation activities align with cGMP requirements while supporting new product introductions and technology transfers. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by maintaining the validated state of systems that help produce therapeutics.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, chemistry, biology or related technical discipline. Advanced Degree preferred
  • 6 - 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing industry
  • 2+ years of experience with equipment, process, cleaning, and/or utility validation is required.
  • 3+ years of people management or team leadership experience
  • Demonstrated success managing complex validation projects and programs
  • Experience with validation master planning and change control systems
  • Experience participating in regulatory inspections and customer audits
  • Experience with smoke studies would be a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations, particularly FDA and EU requirements
  • Expertise in risk assessment methodologies and statistical analysis
  • Proficiency with quality systems and validation documentation
  • Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels
  • Knowledge of lean/continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficient with standard business software applications

NOTE: We are not able to offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship for this role at this time. We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 6%, tuition reimbursement and a range of other employee benefits! We foster an exciting company culture that encourages innovation, forward-thinking, and an outstanding career and development prospects. Come be a part of the team. We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 6%, tuition reimbursement and a range of other employee benefits! We foster an exciting company culture that encourages innovation, forward-thinking, and an outstanding career and development prospects. Come be a part of the team!

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