The posting
“Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.” Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they’re the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual’s contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team. Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing, of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life. Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel. If you’re seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey. A Brief OverviewThe Validation Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and documenting validation activities to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations and company quality standards. This includes process, cleaning, equipment, and utility system qualifications for OTC products, cosmetics, and regulated systems. The Validation Engineer collaborates closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations to ensure that all validation activities meet regulatory and internal requirements and supports audits and investigations with proper documentation and technical expertise.What you will do
Review and approve validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, manufacturing processes, and cleaning procedures. Develop template protocols, interim, and review final reports for new and existing systems, including USP water and compressed air systems. Write, review, and maintain SOPs, validation protocols, and technical documentation to ensure audit readiness and consistency. Develop standards and templates for custom and regulated products. Advise on engineering and equipment requirements for validation, especially electronic/computer-controlled systems. Assist in the creation of cleanout SOPs and perform engineering testing as needed. Participate in internal and external audits. Maintain validation documentation for inspections and provide subject matter expertise on cGMP activities. Attend customer and cross-departmental meetings. Support departments with technical insight on validation and compliance-related concerns. Assist with environmental monitoring activities and interface with 3rd party labs. Review analytical and microbial test results and methods Provide input into equipment purchase decisions with validation requirements in mind. Support quality investigations and deviations related to validation or equipment failures. Independently execute validation projects with minimal supervision. Remain current with regulatory guidance and best practices for validation in a regulated environment. Some duties may vary slightly by location.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering (Required) or related technical field. ()
Experience Qualifications
1-3 years in validation within a cGMP manufacturing environment (preferably cosmetics, pharmaceutical, or personal care). (Preferred) 1-3 years in calibrating, testing, and validating instrumentation, mechanics, and computer systems. (Preferred)
Skills and Abilities
Process, cleaning, equipment, and utility validation (High proficiency) IQ/OQ/PQ protocol development and execution (High proficiency) cGMP compliance and regulatory standards (High proficiency) Analytical and microbiological test interpretation (Medium proficiency) SOP and technical document writing (High proficiency) Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication (High proficiency) Root cause analysis and deviation support (Medium proficiency) Environmental monitoring and lab coordination (Medium proficiency) Equipment and computer system qualification (High proficiency) MS Office and technical writing tools
Licenses and Certifications
Lean Six Sigma certification or training (Preferred)
Compensation & Benefits Disclosure At Voyant Beauty, we are committed to transparency in our hiring process in compliance with applicable pay transparency laws. The base compensation for this position is described in the above posting. This position is also eligible to participate in our short-term incentive (bonus) plan. For hourly positions, a shift premium may apply based on the assigned work schedule. We provide eligible full-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance options, along with applicable flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA). In addition, we also offer options for life and AD&D insurance (basic and supplemental) along with short- and long-term disability insurance (basic and supplemental). Other supplemental benefit options include accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance along with identity theft protection. Employees can take advantage of a 401(K)-retirement savings plan with company match, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, and education reimbursement. This comprehensive benefits package is designed to offer valuable support for you and your family’s health, financial security, and work-life balance. Specific benefits and eligibility may vary by location. For further information, please contact a member of our hiring team. To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application. Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
