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Title: Senior Validation Specialist - 2 Openings
Location: On-site at Marion, NC
Duration: 12 Months with possibilities of extension.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Description:
Role Overview
The Validation Specialist (Contract) will support pharmaceutical and medical device operations by executing and maintaining compliant validation activities using Kneat Gx as the electronic validation lifecycle management system. This role is focused on hands-on execution of validation deliverables to support equipment, process, utility, and computerized system readiness in accordance with FDA, ISO, and cGMP requirements.The specialist will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Automation, IT, and Operations to ensure systems and equipment are validated, audit ready, and capable of supporting safe, compliant production.
Key Responsibilities
- Validation Execution (Primary Role)
- Execute IQ, OQ, PQ, requalification, and validation maintenance activities for pharma and medical device manufacturing systems.
- Support validation of:
- Manufacturing and packaging equipment
- Utilities (compressed air, clean utilities, environmental controls)
- Computerized systems (automation, data acquisition, MES, LIMS, vision systems)
- Apply risk based validation methodologies aligned with GAMP 5 and industry best practices.
KNEAT Gx Lifecycle Management
- Author, execute, review, and route validation documents within KNEAT Gx.
- Maintain end to end traceability between:
- User Requirements (URS)
- Risk Assessments
- Test cases and protocols
- Deviations and final reports
- Ensure proper use of KNEAT Gx workflows, execution controls, and electronic approvals.
- Maintain compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity expectations.
Deviation, Change Control & CAPA Support
- Document and investigate validation deviations within KNEAT Gx.
- Support change control impact assessments affecting validated systems.
- Participate in root cause analysis and CAPA implementation when required.
Regulatory & Quality Compliance
- Ensure validation deliverables comply with:
- FDA cGMP regulations (21 CFR Parts 210/211, Part 11)
- ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)
- Internal Quality Management System (QMS) requirements
- Support regulatory inspections and customer audits by providing validation documentation and responses.
- Maintain validation documentation in a state of continuous inspection readiness.
Cross Functional Support
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, IT, Automation, Manufacturing, and external vendors.
- Provide on floor support during commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation execution.
- Support site initiatives such as new equipment introduction, line upgrades, remediation efforts, and capacity expansions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting medical device manufacturing under ISO 13485.
- Experience with automation and controls (PLC/SCADA), vision systems, or MES.
- Experience supporting high speed packaging or assembly lines.
- Exposure to validation remediation or regulatory commitment work.
Core Competencies
- Detail oriented with a strong compliance mindset
- Ability to work independently under contract deliverables
- Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills
- Effective communication with cross functional teams
- Comfortable working in production and controlled environments
Work Conditions
- On site support in a controlled GMP manufacturing environment
- May require off shift or weekend support during execution windows
- PPE and gowning requirements may apply depending on area
About us:
DivIHN, the ''IT Asset Performance Services'' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
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