Reporting into: Industrialisation and Validation Manager
About Vernacare:
At Vernacare, we protect the safety and dignity of patients and healthcare professionals across the globe. We are committed to sustainable manufacturing, exceptional quality, and continuous innovation in healthcare solutions. Our values- Customer First, Accountability, Recognition, and Environmental & Social Wellbeing- sit at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a Validation Engineer to join our growing UK manufacturing operation. This is a key role with responsibility for ensuring compliance across process and software validation activities across all Vernacare sites.
You will act as the subject matter expert for validation, working closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure robust, compliant, and efficient validation practices throughout the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the company SME for validation, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory and quality standards
- Develop, execute, and maintain validation master plans for equipment, processes, and systems
- Lead and perform IQ, OQ and PQ activities on new and existing equipment
- Support change management activities by identifying and delivering validation requirements
- Collaborate with engineering and site teams to support continuous improvement and compliance
About You:
- Proven experience of validation within a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. medical devices, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or similar)
- Strong working knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ and validation lifecycle principles
- Confident working across multiple processes and engaging with cross-functional stakeholders
- Well organised, detail focused, and comfortable managing multiple validation activities
- Willingness to travel to Vernacare sites across the UK
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution:
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £1,000
- Company pension scheme
- Quarterly Impact Awards - up to £2,500
- Manager Recognition Awards
Be the driving force behind Vernacare and work with a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
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Validation Engineer (Worksop) employer: Vernacare International Limited
At Vernacare, we pride ourselves on being an employer that values its employees and their contributions to our mission of enhancing healthcare outcomes. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, while our commitment to sustainability and community engagement makes every role meaningful. As a Production Operative in Chorley, you'll not only develop your skills in a dynamic environment but also be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the healthcare sector.
Contact Details:
Vernacare International Limited Recruitment Team
