Lead Validation Engineer

AbbVie

Cootehill, Ireland
Validation change control system management
Creation and review of validation protocols
Compliance audits and follow-up reporting
The Lead Validation Engineer will be part of the QA Team reporting to the Validation Manager and will provide direction, documentation, execution and review for plant validation activities

Job Summary

  • The Lead Validation Engineer will be part of the QA Team reporting to the Validation Manager and will provide direction, documentation, execution and review for plant validation activities.
  • Abbott Nutrition in Ireland operates the largest powder manufacturing facility for infant formulae within the Abbott Corporation worldwide, processing 500,000 litres of milk per day.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work in a global healthcare leader with a strong commitment to health and wellness benefits to support employees and their families.

Matching Summary

The Lead Validation Engineer will be part of the QA Team reporting to the Validation Manager and will provide direction, documentation, execution and review for plant validation activities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Validation Change Control System management
  • Creation and review of validation protocols
  • Compliance audits and follow-up reporting
  • Support CAPA and Quality Metrics programs
  • QA IT Systems (M-Files) support
  • Leadership in QA functions
  • Plant consumables program management

Nice-to-have

  • Project management skills or experience
  • Knowledge of FDA validation regulations
  • Understanding of food engineering and thermal processing
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in high performance teams
  • Adaptability and flexibility in role

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Dairy Science or related Engineering
  • Pre-employment medical examination including drug and alcohol screening
  • Knowledge of Validation and CAPA Policies
  • Experience with GMP, EHS, Quality Procedures and SOPs
  • Project Management experience preferred

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