Validation Specialist Position Summary * Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM * This position is 100% on-site in Winchester, Kentucky. Catalent's Winchester location is the flagship US ...
Validation Specialist Position Summary * Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM * This position is 100% on-site in Winchester, Kentucky. Catalent's Winchester location is the flagship US ...
Validation Specialist
Winchester, KY · On-site
Validation Specialist Position Summary * Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM * This position is 100% on-site in Winchester, Kentucky. Catalent's Winchester location is the flagship US ...
Validation Specialist
Winchester, KY · On-site
Validation Specialist Position Summary * Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM * This position is 100% on-site in Winchester, Kentucky. Catalent's Winchester location is the flagship US ...
Validation Specialist
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
I am reaching out regarding an exciting opportunity for a Validation Specialist position with one of our prestigious medical device clients. We are seeking professionals with experience in GMP ...
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Validation Specialist
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
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Marion, NC · On-site
Validation Specialist Marion, NC, USA 12 months W2 contract Must have experience supporting medical device manufacturing under ISO 13485 Writing test protocols within KNEAT Gx Knowledge of CQV ...
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Marion, NC · On-site
Validation Specialist Marion, NC, USA 12 months W2 contract Must have experience supporting medical device manufacturing under ISO 13485 Writing test protocols within KNEAT Gx Knowledge of CQV ...
Validation Specialist
$55K - $90K/yr
Validation Specialist (US-O) The Validation Specialist role has a national salary range of $55,000 - $90,000. For roles within California the range is $70,304 - $90,000, Washington is $80,169 - $90 ...
Validation Specialist
$55K - $90K/yr
Validation Specialist (US-O) The Validation Specialist role has a national salary range of $55,000 - $90,000. For roles within California the range is $70,304 - $90,000, Washington is $80,169 - $90 ...
Instrument Validation Specialist Location: Andover, MA (Onsite) Job Summary: Seeking an Instrument Validation Specialist to support validation and lifecycle management of QC and manufacturing ...
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Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
$55K - $90K/yr
Validation Specialist (US-O) The Validation Specialist role has a national salary range of $55,000 - $90,000. For roles within California the range is $70,304 - $90,000, Washington is $80,169 - $90 ...
Validation Specialist
Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
$55K - $90K/yr
Validation Specialist (US-O) The Validation Specialist role has a national salary range of $55,000 - $90,000. For roles within California the range is $70,304 - $90,000, Washington is $80,169 - $90 ...
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Rochester, NY · On-site
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Rochester, NY · On-site
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Saddle Brook, NJ · On-site
Validation Specialist Lynkx Staffing LLC specializes in placing talented professionals in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device IT & Human Resources disciplines in New Jersey. The ...
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Validation Specialist
Saddle Brook, NJ · On-site
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Rochester, NY · On-site
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Rochester, NY · On-site
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Validation Specialist III in Albuquerque, NM Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with ...
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Position Summary The Validation Specialist is responsible for supporting and executing validation and qualification activities for manufacturing processes, equipment, utilities, and facilities in a ...
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$120K/yr
Validation Specialist JOB DUTIES : Execute site validation activities to the current regulatory and site requirements and address deviations associated with those activities including oversite of pre ...
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$120K/yr
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The Milestone & Validation Specialist will be responsible for assisting the Milestone and Validation Lead in implementing the project plan to ensure it stays within the established milestones ...
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Juncos, PR · On-site
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Validation Specialist PQ Focus (E-Beam, Isolators, Filling Equipment) Position Overview We are seeking agile and hands-on Characterization & Validation Scientists to support an accelerated project ...
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Validation Specialist II
Camarillo, CA · On-site
$75K - $93K/yr
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Camarillo, CA · On-site
$75K - $93K/yr
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What Does a Validation Specialist Do?
A validation specialist handles calibration, temperature mapping, and maintenance for equipment in a lab environment. Your primary responsibilities include measuring software performance to ensure accurate results, preparing equipment, executing studies to validate the product, writing instructions for procedures, and verifying standard operating systems within the industry. Your duties are to develop methods to control processes involved, create protocols for validation, assist with technology transfer, analyze data, make adjustments where needed, support process optimization, ensure products meet regulatory standards, and troubleshoot issues that arise.
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What is the difference between Validation Specialist vs Quality Assurance Specialist?
| Aspect | Validation Specialist | Quality Assurance Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically requires a degree in life sciences, engineering, or related fields; certifications like CQE or CSQE are common | Often requires similar degrees; certifications like CQE or Six Sigma are also common |
| Work Environment | Works in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, or medical devices, focusing on validation processes | Works across various industries, focusing on process improvement and compliance |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used by companies needing validation of equipment, systems, or processes to meet regulatory standards | Used by organizations aiming to ensure quality standards and process consistency |
While both roles focus on quality and compliance, Validation Specialists primarily verify that equipment and systems meet regulatory standards through validation processes. Quality Assurance Specialists oversee overall quality systems and process improvements. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and focus within regulated industries.
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Full-time
Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 8 days ago
Catalent rating
7.6
Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
50th of 74 rated pharmaceutical
Job description
Validation Specialist
Position Summary
Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM
This position is 100% on-site in Winchester, Kentucky.
Catalent's Winchester location is the flagship US manufacturing location for large scale oral dose forms, with integrated analytical and development services. With 28 years of expertise in product development, technology transfers and commercial manufacturing, and roots in industry-leading Glatt technology.
The Validation Specialists shall provide validation support and oversite of activities in one or more of the following areas; 1) NPIx for new processes and equipment brought into the Catalent facility, 2) Process/Cleaning Validation activities for all Drug Products/APIs being commercialized and/or 3) Equipment Qualification for all new Equipment/Systems, change controls to existing qualified Equipment/Systems and utilities/facility qualifications. The Validation Specialist is an extension of the Supervisor / Sr. Validation Specialist on all validation activities, including drafting and approving documents, execution of protocols on the manufacturing floor, drafting reports, attending customer meetings, supporting customer audits to provide validation support and to ensure they meet manufacturing timelines and to maintain compliance.
The Role
Draft protocols and reports for Computerized Systems Validation, and/or Automated Production Equipment Validation, and/or Facility Qualification, and/or Analytical Equipment Validation, and/or Process Validation and/or Cleaning Validation. Responsibilities include developing the appropriate and required protocol documents in accordance with the current site and corporate Validation SOP's and guidelines. Obtaining approval signatures from the Catalent management and as required from customers.
Execute approved protocols and coordinate the activities with other departments (e.g. engineering, maintenance, production, etc...) as required.
Review and approve site Annual Product reviews.
Assists in site NPIx gate reviews.
Involvement with customer audits and responding to audit observations and corrective actions.
Assist in investigations of manufacturing / facility deviations as asked of by Quality Systems.
Addressing process/facility Change Controls issued.
Addressing process/facility CAPAs issued.
Interacts with customers, including participating in scheduled teleconferences and responding to customer requests/complaints.
Other duties as required in support of Catalent Pharma Solutions high performance
The Candidate
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Associates degree in life sciences (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) or related field required with 2 years experience in the Pharmaceutical/ Biotechnology or Medical Devices industry; OR Experience in authoring, reviewing and approving of validation deliverables including Risk Assessments, Test Plans, Protocols, Reports, Summary Reports and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Scientific writing skills
Knowledge of cGMP guidelines and regulations, proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, working knowledge of TrackWise and EDMS systems.
Working knowledge of cGMP guidelines and regulations,
Knowledge of validation SOPs and site policies associated to their area.
Individual may be required to sit for an extended period of time. Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and frequent use of computer monitor
Why You Should Join Catalent
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I
Tuition Reimbursement- Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
Generous 401K match
152 hours accrued PTO + 8 paid holidays
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
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Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors and the customers and patients we serve.
Industry
Pharmaceutical product wholesalers
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Somerset, NJ, US
Year founded
2007