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Validation Specialist

Accord Technologies Inc
Marion, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/19/2026
Marion, NC, USA

12 months

W2 contract

Must have experience supporting medical device manufacturing under ISO 13485 Writing test protocols within KNEAT Gx Knowledge of CQV (Commissioning Qualification and Validation) process

Required Qualifications

The Validation Specialist (Contract) will support pharmaceutical and medical device operations by executing and maintaining compliant validation activities using Kneat Gx as the electronic validation lifecycle management system

This role is focused on hands on execution of validation deliverables to support equipment, process, utility, and computerized system readiness in accordance with FDA, ISO, and cGMP requirements

The specialist will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Automation, IT, and Operations to ensure systems and equipment are validated, audit ready, and capable of supporting safe, compliant production

Validation Execution (Primary Role)

Execute IQ, OQ, PQ, requalification, and validation maintenance activities for pharma and medical device manufacturing systems.

Manufacturing and packaging equipment

Utilities (compressed air, clean utilities, environmental controls)

Computerized systems (automation, data acquisition, MES, LIMS, vision systems)

Apply risk-based validation methodologies aligned with GAMP 5 and industry best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting medical device manufacturing under ISO 13485.

Experience with automation and controls (PLC/SCADA), vision systems, or MES.

Experience supporting high speed packaging or assembly lines.

Exposure to validation remediation or regulatory commitment work

Required Technical Skills

KNEAT Gx Lifecycle Management

Author, execute, review, and route validation documents within KNEAT Gx.

Maintain End To End Traceability Between

User Requirements (URS)

Risk Assessments

Test cases and protocols

Deviations and final reports

Ensure proper use of KNEAT Gx workflows, execution controls, and electronic approvals.

Maintain compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity expectations.

Deviation, Change Control & CAPA Support

Document and investigate validation deviations within KNEAT Gx

Support change control impact assessments affecting validated systems

Participate in root cause analysis and CAPA implementation when required

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

Ensure Validation Deliverables Comply With

oFDA cGMP regulations (21 CFR Parts 210/211, Part 11)

ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)

Internal Quality Management System (QMS) requirements

Support regulatory inspections and customer audits by providing validation documentation and responses.

Maintain validation documentation in a state of continuous inspection readiness

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, IT, Automation, Manufacturing, and external vendors.

Provide on floor support during commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation execution.

Support site initiatives such as new equipment introduction, line upgrades, remediation efforts, and capacity expansions.

Detail oriented with a strong compliance mindset

Ability to work independently under contract deliverables

Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills

Effective communication with cross functional teams

Comfortable working in production and controlled environments

On site support in a controlled GMP manufacturing environment

May require off shift or weekend support during execution windows

PPE and gowning requirements may apply depending on area

Additional Details

Industry: Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices

Contract Type: Contract (On site / Hybrid, as required)

Duration: Contract basis (length defined by project needs)

On site support in a controlled GMP manufacturing environment

May require off shift or weekend support during execution windows

PPE and gowning requirements may apply depending on area

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