Validation Technician

Fagron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Performance package

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Validation Technician to execute and document calibration, qualification, and validation activities in support of sterile drug manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have an AS degree in a relevant field and 2–4 years of experience in pharmaceutical or sterile manufacturing. Responsibilities include performing equipment validation and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations. This dynamic role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience in pharmaceutical or sterile manufacturing; 503B preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP, validation principles, cleanroom operations, and aseptic processing.
• Familiarity with USP, ISPE, PDA, and FDA sterile compounding guidance.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and requalification of manufacturing equipment.
• Execute validation protocols and generate final reports.
• Document all activities according to ALCOA+ principles.

Skills

Strong documentation skills

Effective communication

Collaboration cross-functionally

Education

AS degree in technical/engineering/pharma discipline

Job description

About the Job

The Validation Technician executes anddocumentscalibration, qualification, and validation activities that support sterile drug manufacturing within a 503B outsourcing facility.This role ensures equipment, utilities, and controlled environments operate in compliance with FDA, cGMP, and data integrity requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and routine requalification of manufacturing equipment, utilities, and critical instruments.
• Execute approved validation protocols and generate compliant final reports.
• Supportvalidationlifecycle activities, including risk assessments and periodic reviews.
• Operate andmaintainvalidationdata acquisition systems (e.g., Kaye AVS).
• Document all activities according to ALCOA+ data integrity principles.
• Maintain calibration/validation databases with NIST traceability.
• Coordinate external contractors for cleanroom certification.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on instruments and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Parts 210/211 and internal quality systems.
• Support investigations with technical data and root cause analysis.

Basic Qualifications

• AS degree ina technical/engineering/pharma discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2–4years experiencein pharmaceutical or sterile manufacturing; 503B preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP, validation principles, cleanroom operations, and aseptic processing.
• Familiarity with USP, ISPE, PDA, andFDAsterile compounding guidance.
• Strong documentation skills in regulated environments.
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

What's on Offer?

We offer a dynamic environment where talent and ambition can develop to its fullest. We have an open and informal organization culture, where individuals need to have strong motivation and ability to work independently. Fagron is a widely expanding, international, professional, and ambitious pharmaceutical company with multiple growth opportunities. Job opportunity includes competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, performance package, and ability to be part of an international leader in an expanding industry.

Ready for the challenge?

Fagron US is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Fagron US is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.