Associate Validation Engineer

The name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health®.

Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year.

Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.

Associate Validation Engineer

Reporting to the Quality Assurance (QA) Manager or equivalent manager/supervisor, Associate Validation Engineer will provide management with information and data on all key aspects of each customer’s validation project, which is used by both the plant and the customer to determine the course of routine processing. Must effectively interface with Sales, Operations, Corporate EO Technology, Laboratory (if any), EHS, Quality, Engineering and other Sterigenics’ facilities, as well as customers and regulatory personnel.

Duties And Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and coordinates customer validation activities at the facility.
Writes validation protocols and final reports supplied by the facility.
Reviews and approves customer or consultant supplied validation or test protocols for execution within the limitation of the facility’s equipment and Sterigenics operating procedures and compliance with current regulatory standards.
Responsible for the execution of validation protocols and technically driven customer projects, which include but are not limited to the following:
Scheduling the project runs, ancillary resources, lab testing and sample handling.
Cycle programming and preparation of necessary process documents and safety assessments.
Microbiological samples
Data collection and analysis of temperature and humidity probe data
Assuring proper handling, storage and shipping of bioburden, LALs, biological indicators, or residual samples to the appropriate laboratory
Assures that all validation calibration activities are performed according to Sterigenics procedures and traceable to NIST.
Provides support to Maintenance or Engineering in the performance of IQ/OQ/PQ activities of new or existing facility equipment.
Responsible for annual equipment re-commissioning (sterilization and laboratory).
Update validation status in the relevant systems.
May be required to assist with corrective action and validation process improvement activities. Performs other duties as required to support the overall plant operation and quality system.
Supervision Given

Does not supervise the work of others.

Education, Experience, & Skill Required

Minimum BA or BS in a science related field (or international equivalent) and/or 4-6 years equivalent experience
Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in the pharmaceutical, food or medical device industry with GMP/GLP knowledge a plus but not required.
Direct experience in sterility assurance or products sterilization a plus but not required.
Experience in writing and executing validation protocols preferred.
Customer service and project management experience desired.
ISO 9000 experience a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Forklift driving experience preferred, however internal training will be given.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. (23kg) and perform repetitive bending and lifting motions over a period of time.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays (if necessary).
Must be able to travel 10-20% to various locations as needed.

Special Requirements

Must possess a thorough understanding of US FDA Quality Systems Regulations, ISO 9000 regulations, and international regulatory requirements.
Knowledge and experience working with the FDA and/or international requirements for medical devices is essential.
Knowledge of regulatory affairs for FDA (or international equivalent) registered medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturer and direct experience with conducting or participating in FDA (or international equivalent) or supplier audits.
Experience in document control to satisfy all ISO 9000 and FDA (or international equivalent) Quality System requirements.
Must be medically approved for respirator use (EO).
Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity [up to 130F (55C) and 65% RH for 20 minutes] (EO).

Special Requirements

Must be medically approved for respirator use (EO)
Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120F and 60% RH for 20 minutes) (EO)

Training Required

Must complete all required training for validation internal certification.

Benefits

Sotera Health offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) program with Company match that immediately vests
Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
Free financial planning assistance
Paid parental leave
Education assistance
Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Sotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses – Sterigenics®, Nordion® and Nelson Labs®. Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.
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