Validation Engineer

Position Summary:

In the position of QA Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining validation programs to ensure equipment and processes used in the manufacturing of Monster Energy products are consistently delivering quality product.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform validation of equipment, utilities, facilities, processes and/or automation systems used in the manufacture of beverages. Coordinate efforts between co‐packers and equipment contractors to ensure that equipment performs as intended.

• Prepare validation master plans with minimum supervision, prepares Installation / Operational / Performance Qualification (IOPQ) protocols, analyzing test results, and preparing technical reports.

• Coordinates validation projects by developing and adhering to project schedules by working through a team comprised from New Product Development, Engineering, Quality Control, Operations, and Innovation.

• Develop validation plans for new and innovative packaging systems (containers & closures), kitting processes/configurations and new manufacturing technologies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Prefer a Bachelor's Degree in the field of ‐‐ Engineering, Life Sciences or other related technical degrees

• Additional Experience Desired: Between 3‐5 years of experience in validation or quality assurance for a food or dietary supplement manufacturer.

• Computer Skills Desired: Microsoft Office

• Preferred Certifications: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) trained, certified is preferred.

• Working knowledge of 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 110, 111, 117.

• Additional Knowledge or Skills to be Successful in this role: Working knowledge of validation principles such as International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) Q2.

• Auditing experience of contract manufacturers and raw materials is preferred.

BASE PAY RANGE: $77,000 - $99,000