Sr. Validation Engineer (Smoke Study Validation Services)

Fresenius Kabi
  • Melrose Park, Illinois
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Job Summary

    Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000

    This position is eligible to participate in a bonus plan with a target of 6% of the base salary.

    Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

    Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

    Responsibilities

    THIS POSITION IS NOT A REMOTE CONTRACT POSITION. THIS IS AN ONSITE, FULL-TIME SALARIED ROLE.


    THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.


    Responsible for providing technical support to operations in terms of initial equipment/facility/utility qualifications and equipment/facility/utility requalifications. Will participate in process and equipment improvement teams charged with enhancing the compliance and performance of plant systems, while considering the regulatory requirements for change control. Individual must display a solid technical understanding of validation principles. The individual must be able to lead validation projects showing proficiency in project and time management skills. The ability to write reports clearly, concisely and accurately; accurately record data and a basic understanding of statistical analysis is also required to perform these duties. Weekends and Off-shift hours are periodically required.


    KEY Responsibilities:

    • Create and maintain detailed AFV protocols in line with SOPs, GMP, GDP, ISO 14644-1/2, EU Annex 1, and ASTM E2500 requirements 
    • Plan and conduct static and dynamic smoke/fog studies in GMP cleanrooms, RABS, isolators, filling lines, and Grade A/B environments
    • Set up, qualify, and maintain smoke/fog generation systems, lighting, and video recording equipment
    • Record and compile raw video footage, produce final video reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams
    • Identify airflow issues (turbulence, dead spots, reverse flows), lead deviations, risk assessments, and CAPAs
    • Work with engineering, QA, operations, and manufacturing teams to define scope, resolve issues, and support regulatory inspection readiness
    • Handle administrative tasks, generate marketing materials for AFV services, and update SOPs
    • Handle administrative tasks, generate marketing materials for AFV services, and update SOPs

    Job Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

    • Independently plan, perform and document validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) for new and existing equipment, facilities and utilities in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
    • Create validation schedules, coordinate execution efforts with contractors, production operators, manufacturing engineers and quality assurance personnel.
    • Track and communicate progress of work against milestones.
    • Compose validation plans, protocols, traceability matrices, risk assessments and final report summaries.
    • Develops/improves validation programs as needed to remain current with cGMPs and industry standards.
    • Represents Validation in teams assembled to specify, install, validate, troubleshoot and maintain systems, equipment and processes.
    • Conduct and/or participate in deviation investigations to identify root causes and define corrective and/or preventative actions (CA/PA).
    • Responsible for maintaining and constant improvement of the ISO 50001 energy management system.
    • Identify energy savings opportunities and make recommendations to achieve more energy efficient operation.
    • Monitor and analyze energy consumption.
    • All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities.

    Job Requirements:

    • Bachelor degree in Engineering or a Scientific Field required
    • Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a cGMP facility; pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
    • Proficient in generating reports, technical writing/reviewing skills and other technical documents required
    • Knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, industry guidance and aseptic techniques needed
    • PC literate with Microsoft Office proficiency

    The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.


    Additional Information

    We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

    Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

    Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMelrose Park, Illinois

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Asepsisunmatched
    • Biotech and Pharmaceuticalunmatched
    • Change Controlunmatched
    • Cleanroomunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corporate Complianceunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)unmatched
    • Drug Manufacturingunmatched
    • Energy Efficiencyunmatched
    • Energy Managementunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
    • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Operational Strategyunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Process Validationunmatched
    • Quality Assuranceunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
    • Statisticsunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Operationsunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Traceabilityunmatched
    • Validation Documentationunmatched
    • Validation Planunmatched
    • Video Productionunmatched
    • Videojournalismunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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