Validation Associate

About Resolute Resolute Workforce Solutions, a staff augmentation subsidiary of Brevitas Consulting Inc., provides qualified professionals to support the workforce requirements of organizations in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. We have been retained by a pharmaceutical manufacturing company to support its increased production demands through the provision of qualified resources at its manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario.

All positions associated with this engagement are site-based and require personnel to work on-site. Please review the site location and associated logistics, including commuting arrangements, accessibility, and any site-specific requirements, when considering these opportunities. Role Overview We are looking for a highly motivated and energetic professional to join our team as a Validation Associate in Brantford, ON (Onsite).

This role has a significant potential to extend to 1 year.

Responsibilities

Provide Quality support for New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) projects, including cleaning validation activities. Develop validation protocols and final reports for equipment, facility, cleaning, process, and computerized system qualifications. Maintain and update the Master Validation/Qualification Plan and manage calibration and preventive maintenance programs, coordinating with contractors to ensure compliance.

Develop and implement SOPs and support the review and approval of QMS documents, including deviations, change controls, CAPAs, complaint investigations, and training records. Coordinate regularly with Production and QA teams to support operational planning and activities. Assist in preparing validation-related sections of Annual Product Quality Reports (APQRs).

Follow all Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements, regulations, and safety procedures, and perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Manager, Quality.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university; Master's degree preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, QA/QC, or Validation within a pharmaceutical manufacturing GMP/cGMP environment. Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification is an asset. Experience with GC, HPLC, laboratory equipment, and microbiological testing is preferred.

Thorough knowledge of GMP/cGMP, GLP, regulatory standards, and proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and electronic systems. Strong organizational, time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage high workloads, work under pressure, and drive continuous improvement. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with good judgment and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external contacts.

Overtime may be required based on production needs and must be approved by Management. Note: The annual salary range is $55,000–$65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. To Apply : Click the “I’m interested” button below, or E-mail your resume in MSWord or pdf format to [email protected] with the following details in the e-mail's Subject Line: Validation Associate: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME.

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