Validation Manager

Torbay Pharmaceuticals

  • Paignton, Devon
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
About Torbay PharmaceuticalsAt TP we have our own special kind of chemistry. Our heritage spans over 50 years with a track record of manufacturing essential medicines across the UK and beyond. With backing from an investment partner are now forging a new path in the private sector.We are a growing and ambitious business and with this comes opportunities for our people. At TP, we are going places. A career with us means a career helping save lives. We bring skills of all levels and experiences together; not all of our people begin their working lives in pharma.Together we can make lives better.Torbay Pharma are currently recruiting for a Validation Manager to join our growing team, based in Paignton. This is a key role in which the successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining product quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.As Validation Manager at Torbay Pharma you will be responsible for overseeing all validation activities related to manufacturing processes, equipment, capital projects, utilities, cleaning, and computer systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, MHRA) and internal quality standards.What you can expect in a Validation Manager role at TP:
  • Develop, implement, and manage validation master plans (VMPs) for equipment, processes, cleaning, and computer systems.
  • Lead the creation, execution, and review of validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) and reports, in conjunction with site SMEs.
  • Lead validation efforts for sterile processing, cleanroom qualification, and sterilisation validation (e.g., autoclaves, SIP, CIP).
  • Oversee environmental monitoring validation and critical utility validation (e.g., WFI, compressed air, HVAC).
  • Ensure validation activities comply with GxP, FDA, EMA, and MHRA regulations.
  • Manage risk assessments and change controls related to validated systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, Engineering, Manufacturing, product Development, Quality Control and IT.
  • Support internal and external audits and inspections by regulatory authorities.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices.
  • Train and mentor validation staff and ensure continuous improvement of validation processes
What are we looking for:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical validation or quality assurance.
  • Strong knowledge of validation principles, GxP, and regulatory guidelines (FDA, ICH, EU GMP).
  • Experience with computer system validation (CSV) and process validation.
  • Proficiency in validation documentation and electronic quality systems.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Experience leading a team
What we offer in returnAt the heart of Torbay, we offer roles and career opportunities on your doorstep that you won’t find elsewhere. With defined career pathways, and the chance to move between roles and different departments, we support your career journey at every stage. TP is going places. International expansion means growth and new opportunities.Our benefits set us apart. With 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays as standard, group life assurance, pension, medical and more - we reward our people for getting the job done.Please note, applications will not be reviewed until week commencing 26th August.

Torbay Pharmaceuticals