Senior QA Validation Specialist - GMP/Equipment Validation

Lonza Group Ltd.; Geleen; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic culture

Inclusive workplace

Competitive pay

Role-based benefits

Continuous improvement

Global exposure

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. Geleen, Netherlands, is seeking a Sr. QA Validation Specialist to oversee qualification and validation for equipment, facilities and utilities. You will review validation docs and ensure traceability through the lifecycle, while supporting QA across Engineering and Manufacturing in a site-based role.

The role requires 5–10 years in validation/QA in regulated environments, with DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ knowledge, strong communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in validation, QA, QC or related area in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Technical diploma, bachelor's or master's in Engineering, Biology, Life Science or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of validation methods (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Experience with cGMP, GxP, GAMP and regulatory expectations (EU/FDA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; clear actions from complex issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across QA, Engineering and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee qualification and validation activities for equipment, facilities and utilities.
• Review and approve validation documentation and testing records.
• Ensure traceability of requirements through the validation lifecycle.
• Assess validation impact and support periodic reviews and changes.
• Manage deviations and changes with appropriate documentation and actions.
• Provide QA support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical Services teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and standardization of validation processes.

Skills

Validation expertise

Quality Assurance

Control systems

GxP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Biology degree

Life Science degree

Master's degree

Job description

Lonza Group Ltd. Geleen, Netherlands, is seeking a Sr. QA Validation Specialist to oversee qualification and validation for equipment, facilities and utilities. You will review validation docs and ensure traceability through the lifecycle, while supporting QA across Engineering and Manufacturing in a site-based role.

The role requires 5–10 years in validation/QA in regulated environments, with DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ knowledge, strong communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance.