Production Technician - Richmond Hill, Canada - Apotex Inc.
Description
About Apotex Inc.
Job Summary:
Manufactures product as per customer and company requirements while working within a team environment. Is responsible for sanitation, set-up and operation of all production equipment. Follows all GMP's, SOD's and company policies/ regulations and remains aligned to the Apotex Strategic Objectives.
Please note, this is a 12-hours continental rotating shift
Responsibilities:
Compliance
- Perform all duties according to the SOD's, GMP's and all other established safety standards and company policies
- Correctly complete all documentation as per SOD's, GDP and GMP requirements, i.e., observations, test results, batch record information, etc.
- Access Apotex intranet for the purpose of locating and utilizing relevant SOD's, MSDS's, company policies and procedures
- Notify Coordinator in the event of a departure from procedure, product defect, safety incident or other serious problem
- Execute line clearance and cleaning verification activities as per SODs and established standard work
- 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
Productivity and Equipment
- Dismantle, clean, sanitize and assemble manufacturing equipment according to established SODs to ensure GMP compliance and meet department changeover targets in support of department and productivity goals
- Safely operate all required equipment and machinery including those used to manufacture, store, clean and transport production related assets
- Conduct inprocess testing required in the manufacturing of product
- Execute applicable SAP and LIMS transactions accurately and in a timely manner
- Effectively process batches within specifications to meet department batch execution targets by ensuring optimal run rates in support of schedule adherence
- Complete master batch records and associated production documentation accurately and timely
- Ensure the proper selection, care and use of tools, parts and equipment while performing all job related duties
- Understand cycle time concepts and sources of unreliability to focus on critical areas of improvement
- Support LEAN initiatives and participate in Kaizen events
- Perform the CPC or LT responsibilities as required
- Operate computerized control panel/Human Machine Interface (HMI) to monitor the process
- Control process start up and shut down
- Issue maintenance notifications and prepare equipment for maintenance work orders as required
- May rotate between different processing rooms during shift(s) as required
Teamwork
- Actively contributes in team meetings and other teamrelated activities
- Actively seeks and accepts positive and constructive feedback from colleagues and leadership
- Works effectively with team members in support of team and department goals
- Communicates effectively both verbally and written, in English
- Perform any related duties as assigned
- 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.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Education
- Minimum secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lift 20 kgs. on a regular basis
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Protection responsibly as per Apotex procedures.
- Working knowledge of Windows Operating System
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Results and customer service oriented, pursues work with energy and drive
- Ability to function in a fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Self-Managed team player with a positive attitude exhibiting cooperation, communication, flexibility and initiative to acquire functional skills
- Experience
- Previous manufacturing experience within Food/Pharmaceutical Industry is an asset
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.
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