CSV Validation Supervisor

skyeblue consulting; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Great benefits

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Skye Blue Consulting is seeking a Computer Systems Validation Supervisor for a growing pharma firm in Hickory, North Carolina. This role focuses on leading validation projects and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in a regulated environment and a Bachelor's degree. The position requires strong project management skills and familiarity with various software applications used in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a highly regulated environment.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in project management preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA and European compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead pharmaceutical validation project assignments.
• Evaluate technical needs and make recommendations.
• Manage multiple projects utilizing Project Management methodology.

Skills

Project Management

Knowledge of FDA regulations

Experience with validation deliverables

Familiarity with software applications

Managerial experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality systems software

ERP systems

Calibration software

Job description

Skye Blue Consulting has been engaged to find a Computer systems validation supervisor for one of our top clients in Western North Carolina. The client is a small (but growing!) pharma firm with competitive salaries, great benefits and is located in the beautiful foothills area.

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for assisting senior level personnel in the creation and execution of validation projects as it relates to software. Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to: engaging end user for the purpose of source documentation (URS/FRS) generation, development of test scripts, installation, operational and performance qualifications, and system configuration and failure resolution.

Job Tasks

• Plan, schedule, execute, and lead pharmaceutical validation project assignments including: implementation of new systems, remediation of legacy, and re-validation of existing computerized systems.
• Evaluate, define, and define technical needs and make recommendations.
• Prioritize, manage, and execute multiple projects utilizing Project Management methodology.
• Perform business development activities.
• Directly manage assigned projects to satisfy specific project/client needs.
• Generation / execution of System Impact and Critical Aspect Assessment Impact.
• Coordinate and interface with project managers, as well as engineering and quality assurance groups to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead cross-functional project teams in the development of validation deliverables.
• Review and approve validation project documentation.
• Develop validation deliverables including master plans, protocols and summary reports, as required.
• Support development of best practices within the validation group, based on current industry practices and guidelines.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

This position requires the following minimum education:

• Bachelor’s Degree.

Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a highly regulated environment: pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related industry.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in project management (preferred).
• Knowledge of FDA and European compliance regulations and GAMP guidelines applicable to computer system validation.
• Familiar with off-the-shelf, configurable, and custom-developed applications.
• Knowledge of validation deliverables associated with each step of the computer system life cycle.
• Experience with various technologies and automated systems used in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Information Management, Business System (ERP), PLC or SCADA, DCS, Process Control, laboratory instrumentation, data archive/historian, etc.
• Experience in process automation an asset.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing an asset.

Physical Demands

• The position requires sitting and standing for long periods of time on occasion.
• The position requires occasional travel.

Computer Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, quality systems’ software, calibration software, building management software and ERP systems.

Additional Skills

• 1-2 years’ experience with JD Edwards One World is desired.
• 5 years experience in a managerial/supervisor role in the pharmaceutical industry.

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