17 Oct
APOTEX
Etobicoke
About Apotex Inc.
Apotex Inc. is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world.
Apotex employs almost 7,200 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D;, and commercial operations. Apotex medicines are accessible to patients in more than 75 countries globally.
Through vertical integration, the Apotex group is focused on the development and sale of generic, biosimilar and specialty products.
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Job Summary
Responsible for the set-up / qualification and operation of the filling / packaging equipment to ensure effective processing of the line.
Shift- 8 Hours rotating shift between (Day / Afternoon / Midnight) shift.
Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrate proficiency in all the accountabilities of a Technician, Packaging P03
- Function as a packaging team member with additional equipment setup and troubleshooting responsibilities
- Ensure equipment is running at the correct run rates
- In conjunction with Technician, Packaging Maintenance, diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic problems and expedite repairs
- Continually develop skills and progress to increasingly more complex maintenance tasks
- Follow SOD’s and acceptable industry practices to develop basic electrical and strong mechanical troubleshooting capabilities
- Key Player in training packaging technicians on equipment set-up and basic troubleshooting
- Support team members to deliver expected business results
- Perform all tasks in the safest possible manner and maintain good housekeeping practices
- Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
- Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values :
Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
- Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Education
- 2 to 5 years’ technical experience in the food or pharmaceutical industry preferred and successful completion of the PEDQP (Packaging Employee Development & Qualification Program) Technical Skill Enhancement Program or 2 to 3-year College diploma in a technical program
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven preventative maintenance skills, and ability to positively influence team results
- Ability to work within a team environment as a key member of the team
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
- Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics
- Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
- Ability to work any shift, including weekends
- Experience
- Proven computer literacy with Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems
- Direct packaging technical or operational experience preferred
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment,
where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.
Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
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