Associate Validation Scientist

Jobtailor; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo is seeking a Validation Scientist to lead and maintain validation protocols for infant formula operations. You will coordinate with Quality Assurance, Production, Technical, and Engineering to ensure compliance and robust validation activities across systems.

Responsibilities include annual CCP/OPRP testing, updating SOPs, and supporting HACCP studies and QMS reviews. The role requires 3–5 years in quality validation within regulated food/pharma environments and strong technical writing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, microbiology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of quality experience in validated environments.
• Experience with validation in food, pharma, or medical devices.
• Familiar with 21 CFR 117; lean manufacturing; FSSC22000/SQF regulations.
• Proficient technical writing and report writing in FDA-regulated industry.
• Able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain validation protocols and SOPs for Perrigo Infant Formula operations.
• Coordinate with QA, Production, Technical, and Engineering teams.
• Perform/manage annual CCP and OPRP testing and cleaning verifications.
• Oversee validation protocol approvals and executions for computer systems.
• Support HACCP studies and QMS reviews; assist in HACCP completion.
• Conduct annual verification activities including CIP and CCP/OPRP verifications.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Detail-Oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Access

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain validation protocols and validation SOPs for Perrigo Infant Formula operations.
• Coordinate with personnel from other departments (Quality Assurance, Production, Technical, Engineering).
• Perform/manage annual CCP and OPRP testing as well as annual cleaning verifications.
• Oversee all Computer System Validation protocol approvals and executions.
• Support HACCP study, process flow and QMS reviews.
• Assist in HACCP study completion on a timely basis.
• Perform annual verification activities, including CIP and CCP/OPRP verifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field or equivalent work experience in a validation scientist role.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related Quality experience.
• Experience with validation responsibilities in food, pharmaceutical, or medical device field.
• Experience in regulated food manufacturing environment with exposure to 21 CFR 117, lean manufacturing, FSSC22000/SQF regulations and preferred experience with 21 CFR 106/107 and 21 CFR 113.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including report writing.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with PCs and software such as Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint; technical writing ability in an FDA regulated industry.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in validation protocols and standard operating procedures within regulated environments, particularly in food and pharmaceutical sectors. Proficient in managing validation activities, including Computer System Validation and compliance with relevant regulations.