Associate, QAIP

Apotex Inc.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Bonus programs

Pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Disability accommodation provided

Job summary

Apotex Inc. is seeking an experienced QA professional to ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing of sterile and non-sterile products at our Richmond Hill site.

You will provide direct quality oversight, coach teams on aseptic practices, and ensure accurate execution of QA processes across the production floor. The role requires 5+ years in pharma and 3+ years in sterile manufacturing, with strong knowledge of GMP, data integrity, and batch record review.

Qualifications

• GMP/cGMP, HPFBI and FDA knowledge.
• Experience leading personnel in fast-paced environments.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to work 12-hour continental shifts (day/night).

Responsibilities

• Provide quality oversight on the production floor for real-time decisions.
• Act as QA SME for aseptic practices during sterile manufacturing.
• Review production/batch records and ensure data integrity in SAP and LIMS.
• Coordinate cleaning validation, sampling, and monitoring activities.
• Mentor staff on GMP expectations and cross-functional collaboration.
• Support deviation investigations, CAPA, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Aseptic practices

English communication

Leadership (influence withoutAuthority

Education

Bachelor of Science or related

College Diploma in related discipline

Tools

SAP

LIMS

Job description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

Job Summary

Responsible to ensure quality products (including compounding, and sterile and non-sterile filling and packaging) are manufactured and packaged according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) through quality presence on the production floor. This includes specific responsibility to provide direct quality oversight and verification of sterile manufacturing, with the ability to coach and mentor production and quality to ensure continuous knowledge transfer and accurate execution of aseptic practices.

Job Responsibilities

Production & Sterile Manufacturing Oversight

• Provide continuous quality oversight on the production floor to support real-time, compliant decision-making.
• Serve as QA Subject Matter Expert for aseptic practices during sterile manufacturing, including verification of line setup, critical interventions, cleaning, and environmental controls.
• Perform routine inspections of production and packaging areas to ensure adherence to established standards and procedures.

Quality Systems & Investigations

• Initiate, lead, and support deviation investigations, non-conformances, and CAPA implementation to ensure timely, compliant resolution and prevention of recurrence.
• Generate deviations when observing departures from approved procedures or acceptance criteria.
• Review and approve minor non-conformances and ensure compliant document corrections.

Documentation & Batch Record Review

• Review and approve production and batch documentation, with a primary focus on sterile manufacturing records and data integrity.
• Perform real-time and retrospective online batch record reviews.
• Review audit trails and ensure accurate batch receipt, review, and release within QA supply systems.

Sampling, Validation & Monitoring

• Coordinate and perform cleaning validation and verification sampling, including documentation and equipment release activities.
• Perform in-process sampling, inspections, and review of physical testing results, reporting outcomes in SAP and LIMS.
• Execute scheduled continuous monitoring and improvement plan activities.

Training, Collaboration & Support

• Coach and mentor production and quality personnel on aseptic practices and GMP expectations.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members and act as delegate for the Supervisor, QAIP as required.
• Support customer complaint investigations and corrective maintenance impact assessments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally, influencing without authority to achieve quality and operational objectives.

Compliance & Professional Conduct

• Maintain compliance with GMP, safety, environmental, ethics, and corporate quality policies.
• Demonstrate organizational values of Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in a related discipline or College Diploma in a related discipline

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of GMP, cGMP, HPFBI and FDA requirements
• Strong working knowledge of compliant aseptic practices, contamination control, and environmental monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated experience in leading and motivating personnel by influencing without authority within a fast paced environment towards a common goal(s)
• Strong computer skills, good organizational, inter-personal and communication skills
• Flexibility to work in day and night 12 hours continental shifts in rotation (7 Days & 7 Nights Per month)

Day Shift: 2 Days Work, 2 Days Off, 3 Days Work, 2 Days Off, 2 Days Work, 3 Days Off

Night Shift: 2 Days Work, 2 Days Off, 3 Days Work, 2 Days Off, 2 Days Work, 3 Days Off

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• 3+ years of experience in a sterile manufacturing pharmaceutical environment, within quality or production.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer 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.

The hiring range for this position is $72,284.85 - $101,198.79 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

Apotex will use artificial intelligence to screen, select and/or assess your application for this job.

This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.