Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.
We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:
- TOP Documentation Specialist
The TOP Documentation Specialist is responsible for the collection, review, organization, and delivery of Turnover Packages (TOPs) for all packaging line equipment, systems, and supporting utilities within a GMP-regulated biotechnology site.
This role ensures that all engineering, commissioning, qualification, and vendor documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with site standards, FDA/EMA regulations, and project milestones for system handover to Operations and Quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Turnover Package Management
- Develop and maintain the TOP index, trackers, and matrix for all packaging lines and supporting systems (e.g., filling, labeling, cartoning, serialization, aggregation, utilities).
- Coordinate with Engineering, Commissioning (Cx), Validation (CQV), Quality, and Construction teams to ensure all required records are submitted on time.
- Collect and compile key documents, including:
- URS, BOD, design drawings, vendor manuals, material certifications, weld maps, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, calibration reports, EHS certifications, and training records.
- Review all documents for accuracy, revision control, signatures, and GMP compliance before final handover.
Compliance & Documentation Control
- Ensure all TOP documentation complies with GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and data integrity requirements.
- Support audit readiness by maintaining organized, retrievable, and secure records (electronic and hard copy).
- Work with the Quality Unit to ensure final TOP approval and proper archiving into the site’s document control system (e.g., Veeva, Documentum, or MasterControl).
Project Support & Coordination
- Act as the central point of contact for document status, gaps, and deadlines for turnover deliverables.
- Support engineering change controls, redlining of P&IDs/drawings, and transmittal logs as needed.
- Prepare weekly progress reports on TOP completion percentages and outstanding items for project leadership.
- Assist in the development of standard templates, workflows, and lessons learned to improve future turnover execution.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Sciences, or Document Control/Information Management (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in TOP/document control in a GMP pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated construction project environment.
- Strong understanding of GMP documentation, Cx/Qx deliverables, validation protocols, and FDA/EMA compliance.
- Proficiency with MS Excel/Word, PDF markup, and document control software (Veeva, MasterControl, Documentum, SharePoint).
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, version control, and deadlines.
Preferred:
- Experience supporting packaging line installation and turnover in biotech or pharmaceutical facilities.
- Familiarity with Kneat or other e-CQV platforms for commissioning/qualification documentation.
- Knowledge of LEED commissioning and sustainability-related documentation for energy and atmosphere credits.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
Core Competencies:
- Attention to Detail & Data Integrity – Ensures every record is audit-ready.
- Organizational Excellence – Manages large volumes of documents across multiple systems.
- Collaboration & Communication – Serves as a bridge between engineering, quality, and construction teams.
- GMP Compliance Focus – Understands the criticality of accurate turnover for regulatory approval and operational readiness.