At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to manage validation strategies and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
- Company: Join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer with a diverse portfolio.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a chance to influence key strategies.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a well-established company with international reach.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with ongoing investment.
- Qualifications: Degree in science/engineering or equivalent experience, plus leadership in validation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Walker Cole International is supporting a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in the search for a Validation Manager to join one of its flagship UK manufacturing facilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business with a diverse portfolio of licensed medicines, supplying products to both UK and international markets. The site is undergoing continued investment and offers the opportunity to influence validation strategy whilst leading a small, experienced team.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop a team of Validation Specialists, providing technical guidance, coaching and support across day-to-day activities.
- Act as the technical lead for cleaning validation strategy, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and assessing the validation impact of process changes.
- Support new product introductions, equipment changes and manufacturing improvements, ensuring validation activities are delivered efficiently and compliantly.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and Technical teams to investigate manufacturing challenges and determine the most appropriate path forward.
Requirements:
- Degree qualified in a scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent pharmaceutical industry experience.
- Previous leadership experience within a pharmaceutical validation function.
- Strong understanding of GMP and validation lifecycle principles across manufacturing environments.
- Practical experience of cleaning validation is essential, with exposure to troubleshooting manufacturing processes highly desirable.
Validation Manager employer: Walker Cole International
Walker Cole International is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer that values innovation and employee development. With a commitment to ongoing investment in its flagship UK facility, employees benefit from opportunities to influence validation strategies while working alongside a talented team. The company fosters a collaborative culture, ensuring that every team member has the support and resources needed for professional growth and success.
