Validation Engineer I

M-F 8am - 4pm (including unpaid lunch 30 mins) 5x onsite

Job Summary:
With direct supervision candidate is responsible for support and execution of QC laboratory equipment qualification activities while in full compliance with current cGMP regulations and Roche/Genentech corporate principals quality policies standards and core values. Maintains companys right to operate supply to patients and cost effectiveness by actively participating in continuous improvement projects.

Duties:
Technical:
Perform qualification of laboratory equipment in accordance with EQ policies plans and procedures.
Coordinate with laboratory personnel to define qualification requirements.
Author review and execute equipment qualification protocols.
Coordinate equipment qualification activities with vendors and other support groups.
Identify business quality and compliance gaps.
Sign documents for activities as authorized and described by Genentech policies procedures and job descriptions.
Perform any other tasks as requested by Senior Management to support QC laboratory operations.

Job Requirements:
Education:
BS/BA degree (preferably in relevant scientific discipline)
Experience (may vary depending on site size/scope)
Experience in the pharmaceutical biopharmaceutical industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of cGMP or equivalent regulations.
Minimum of two years experience in Validation or equipment qualification is desired.
Ability to make sound decisions about scheduling and managing of priorities.
Flexibility in problem solving providing direction and work hours to meet business objectives.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels
Capable of building trustful and effective relationships
Able to think strategically and translate strategies into actionable plans
Takes responsibility drives results and achieves expected outcomes

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Safety Considerations:
Standard office environment

Required Experience:

IC