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SynlaitPosted 1 week ago

Validation Engineer

On-siteDunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand

Full TimeLargeConsumer Goods

Job Summary

Develop Validation Master Plans (VMPs) across Blending, Canning, Dryer, and other manufacturing areas. Execute and maintain validation documentation including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (OQ), Process Validation (PV), and Cleaning Validation (CV) protocols and reports. Evaluate test data to determine if systems meet defined acceptance criteria and own documentation throughout the full lifecycle to ensure audit-readiness. Maintain Synlait's validated state across GMP-related facilities, systems, and utilities while continuously improving procedures to meet regulatory and contractual requirements. Partner with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Projects teams to deliver validation activities on time and to the required quality standard.

Required Qualifications

  • A degree in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification in a related discipline
  • Practical validation experience
  • A strong, practical understanding of validation principles
  • experience supporting validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ, process, or cleaning validation) in a regulated manufacturing setting
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • strong organisational skills
  • keen attention to detail
  • A proactive, hands-on approach
  • the ability to work collaboratively across manufacturing, quality, engineering, and projects teams
  • the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP systems

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