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This position ensures that IT solutions are implemented and released to use in compliance with relevant regulations and standards facilitating the seamless transition and handover of projects to service operations with key stakeholders. It plays a critical role in ensuring governance and continuous improvement as an enabler supporting product quality, patient safety, and data integrity, and contributes to the organization’s goals of improving the lives of people with chronic diseases. This is an onsite based position at our GMP bioproduction facility in West Lebanon, NH.\nRelationships\nReports to: Sr. Manager, IT Operations\nEssential Functions\nComputer Systems Validation ExpertInvolved in all IT solutions validation activities what includes but is not limited to: IT Infrastructure, IT Systems, and Computerized Equipment’s supporting Laboratories, Manufacturing, and Business Areas like Facilities and WarehousingEnsure that IT solutions are compliant with relevant regulations and standards, e.g. 21 CFR Parts 11, EU Annex 11, and GAMP requirements among othersFacilitate, review, approve and as required develop validation deliverables what includes but is not limited to URS, DQ, FMEA, Risk Assessments, FAT, SAT, Protocols (IQ, IOQ, OQ, PQ), Operating and Maintenance InstructionConduct risk assessments and impact analyses to identify potential compliance issues and develop mitigation strategiesProvide guidance and support to project teams on validation and qualification requirementsContinuously monitor and improve documentation and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards. Work to identify efficiencies in the CSV program approach. Work to apply lessons learned, and stay informed of industry regulatory changes as it applies to CSVPerform assigned Quality Systems activities including Document Management system, Change Control, Deviations, and CAPA’sWriting and/or revising procedures applicable to CSV activitiesWork in collaboration with the Engineering group to prepare the validation, requalification, and maintenance programCSV Service Delivery ManagementFacilitate the seamless transition and handover of projects to service operations with key stakeholdersMaintain system documentation and process according to standards and in compliance with regulatory requirementsParticipate as an CSV SME in audits and inspections and provide needed documentation to demonstrate validated state and release to useCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that all IT solutions are properly documented and released to useEnsure that all documentation and processes are following regulatory requirements and standardsLeadership and CollaborationProvide leadership and expertise in IT CSV, process improvement, and project coordinationCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that IT solutions meet business needs and are delivered on time and within budgetCoach and mentor personnel, and provide guidance as neededParticipate in process group meetings and contribute to process group activitiesEnsure that all activities are aligned with Way Essentials and support the organization’s mission to improve the lives of people with chronic diseasesThe role will spend the majority of its time on project activities and process improvement within these areas of accountability (key essential functions above), incorporating cLEAN tools for visual management to track service delivery performance and communicate progress to stakeholders; Problem solving, handling deviations ensuring that deviations are properly documented, investigated, and resolved in a timely manner, and planning ensuring that changes are properly documented, assessed for impact, and implemented in a controlled manner. It also develop and deliver training programs for CSV and process improvement initiativesResponsible for communicating effectively with stakeholders at various levels of the organization to ensure that CSV issues, improvement opportunities, and service delivery meet business needs and are aligned with regulatory requirements and standards. Moreover, will also perform other duties as assignedOther duties as assignedPerforms all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codesIncorporates the Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with othersQualifications\nEducation and Certifications:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field of study from accredited college or university with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in IT compliance, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry API and/or Finish Production Manufacturing, requiredMaster’s degree in Information Technology or related field of study from accredited college or university preferred with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT compliance, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry API and/or Finished Production Manufacturing, requiredMinimum of five (5) years of experience in Validation & Testing of IT solutions, requiredCOBIT Certification is preferredLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is preferredExperience with electronic application lifecycle software, from requirements gathering to testing and deployment, preferrable HP ALM, requiredExperience as SME participating in Audits and Inspections, requiredExperience on GxP, change management and deviation handling, requiredExperience with Incident, Problem, and Change Management in IT, requiredExcellent writing and communication skills, in English, requiredExcellent customer service skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, requiredExcellent problem solving, negotiation, conflict management, and interpersonal skills, requiredExcellent planning, organizing, decision making and deal with complexity and ambiguity, requiredStrong computer skills and MS Office Expert, requiredPhysical Requirements\n0-10% overnight travel required. 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