Validation - Technician I

The work we do at FDB has never been more important-and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people's lives. Join FDB and help create the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive - what FDB call Genki.

College Station, Texas may be a small, university town, but the lively cultural scene and local amenities make it a great place for families as well as those who want the ease of small-town life and the convenience of living close to the vibrant pulse of big cities. Eighty-seven percent of Texas' population lives within a 180-mile radius, so we are in the center of it all in Texas. And our site is nestled in the hub of innovation, representing a source of pride for the area.

Summary: The Validation Technician I, under close supervision, will be responsible for execution of validation protocols for simple Facilities, Utilities, Systems and Equipment (FUSE), primarily focusing on validation execution of Temperature Controlled Environments-TCEs (-20s, -80s, 2-8s, incubators).

Essential Functions:

Train on Temperature Mapping SOPs and equipment to become proficient in execution of Temperature Controlled Environment.
• Train and become efficient in validation execution of other simple Facilities, Utilities, Systems and Equipment (FUSE).
• Aid Validation Engineers/Specialist in obtaining pre-approvals/post-approvals of validation deliverables for FUSE systems and relevant infrastructure, Installation/Operational Qualifications and Performance Qualifications (as applicable) and Validation Final Reports.
• Attain knowledge of validation FUSE System Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables, by training and understanding the program's Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs) and all documents and forms used to support the Validation Program. Consult with Validation Engineers-Specialists/Validation Managers for any clarification and guidance.
• Execute requalification protocols for TCEs and simple FUSE systems
• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulation and industry codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability learn/understand and work with technical testing equipment (computer parameters programing), sensors among others
• Ability to learn validation principles within a fast-paced environment under direct supervision of Sr. Validation Engineers-Specialists/Validation Managers.
• Desire to work in fast-paced, state of the art, alternately research and customized manufacturing facility.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged standing, some bending, stooping and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required.
• The ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Working on ladders.
• Attendance is mandatory.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree
• Alternatively, High School Diploma and three (3) years of experience in a technical position within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry, preferably in FDA-regulated environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering Discipline or Science Discipline
• Previous cGMP experience
• Previous experience in validation

Join us! FDB is advancing tomorrow's medicine, impassioning employees to chase the impossible and continually expand their potential. We are a company of emboldened goal seekers - driven by an innate desire to better ourselves, our families, our workplace, our company, our community, and the world at large.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please email FDBTHR@fujifilm.com or call 979-431-3500.

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