WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORThe
Senior Manager - Validation & Technology Transfer (VTT) is accountable for leading and
owning the
Validation and
Technology Transfer function, ensuring all
validation and
technology transfer activities are
planned,
prioritized,
executed, and
completed successfully in alignment with company
procedures,
project timelines, and
applicable regulatory requirements in Canada. This role is responsible for driving
execution excellence, ensuring
deliverables are completed on time,
risks are
proactively identified and
mitigated, and cross-functional stakeholders remain aligned throughout the
commercialization process.
This role leads the
end-to-end validation strategy and
execution for
process,
packaging,
cleaning, and
equipment qualification. It is responsible for
scaling products from pilot batches-after R&D validation-to
commercial manufacturing, ensuring the scale-up is robust,
compliant,
efficient, and
delivered on time.
This position partners closely with cross-functional teams, including
R&D,Manufacturing,
Quality,
Engineering, and
Supply Chain, to drive alignment, accountability, and the successful and on time
execution of new product launches from development through
commercial manufacturing at DECIEM.
This is a
full-time and
permanent position that is based out of our
Manufacturing Facility in
Etobicoke. This position requires candidates to be
on-site, 5-days a week.
PAY RANGEThe anticipated base salary for this position is $100,000 to $120,000.
Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location.
WHAT YOU'D BE DOING IN THIS ROLE- Own and lead end-to-end technology transfer activities from pilot-scale processes through commercial manufacturing, ensuring successful execution, process scalability, robustness, reproducibility, and on-time commercialization of new products.
- Drive the development and execution of the validation master plan, including risk assessments, fit-gap analysis, troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for Cleaning Validation activities, including protocol design, sampling plans, acceptance criteria, execution oversight, and final reporting, while ensuring compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.
- Own the cleaning and equipment validation master plan for capital projects and NPD/EPD initiatives at Eastside Facility.
- Lead continuous improvement of technology transfer templates, validation methodologies, and operational best practices.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, Health Canada regulations, and data integrity standards while maintaining audit and inspection readiness.
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful product commercialization
- Provide technical leadership during investigations, troubleshooting activities, and root cause analysis initiatives
- Oversee the equipment qualification activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
- Ensure the successful and timely execution of packaging validation activities, including Form, Fill, Function (FFF), line trials, transport testing, and process validation (PPQ)
- Lead and oversee cleaning validation activities, including Cleaning Studies, Cleaning Verification, and Cleaning Validation, ensuring effective execution, compliance, and operational readiness.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE- B.S. Degree in Engineering or a scientific discipline and Minimum of 8 years of experience in validation, process scale-up, or related functions (e.g., VTT, MS&T, process development, product stewardship) within cosmetics or pharmaceutical industries.
- Strong process equipment expertise in FMCG manufacturing, with deep technical knowledge of mixing, filling, and assembly technologies
- In-depth understanding and application of industry standards, FDA, ICH, Health Canada, and cGMP guidelines
- Expertise in reviewing and writing technical reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and inspire a team, foster collaboration, and mentor rising talent.
WHAT YOU'LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAMThere's a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here's a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order...
- Generous Vacation & Personal Days, plus additional time off for volunteering in your community, voting, peaceful protesting, celebrating your birthday, and more.
- 6 months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders).
- Monthly catered lunches and chances to connect with your teammates.
- Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.
- Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.
- First dibs on new products.
- A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.
