VALIDATION TECHNICIANS (BIOTECHNOLOGY: QUALITY SYSTEMS) California Occupational Guide Number 2007 (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1996
THE JOB 
Validation Technicians develop, perform and prepare test procedures and standards to determine and ensure that products are being manufactured according to regulatory standards, company specifications and validation requirements. They compile and analyze validation data, prepare reports and recommend changes and improvements in manufacturing procedures. They also maintain validation records and data files. Validation technicians may be responsible for troubleshooting manufacturing problems and developing solutions.
COMPENSATION
$25,000 to $40,000 per year
REQUIREMENTS
Skills/Knowledge
-- Good documentation and computational skills.
-- Understanding of regulations pertaining to good manufacturing practices.
-- Good organization and oral, written, and computer communications skills.
Training/Requirements
-- High school diploma or associate degree in a biotechnical or related
health sciences field.
-- Have up to two years of experience in a sterile manufacturing environment.
Not Available
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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