Compounding Technician-Afternoon Shift

DECIEM | THE ABNORMAL BEAUTY COMPANY; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous vacation and personal days

Volunteer time off

Work from anywhere 4 weeks per year

Dog-friendly office

LinkedIn Learning access

Employee product discount

Job summary

DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company, seeks a Compounding Technician to process batches at our Etobicoke facility. The role involves operating kettles, pumps, and scales, assembling and sanitizing equipment, and following GMP and SOPs.

You will also maintain clean work areas and document batch records. Ideal candidates have strong English communication, solid math skills, and the ability to read and follow written instructions with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Operate compounding equipment, kettles, pumps, agitators, hoists, and scales.
• Familiar with 5S and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Strong English communication skills and solid math abilities.
• Able to read, understand, and follow written instructions with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Process batches within specifications to meet targets and schedules.
• Dismantle, clean, sanitize, and assemble processing equipment per SOPs and GMP.
• Compound aqueous-based, O/W, W/O, and anhydrous formulations per Master Formulations.
• Pre-weigh tasks and dispense raw materials safely as needed.
• Conduct calibration checks on scales and collect product samples.
• Maintain sanitation of batching kettles and related equipment.
• Complete GMP documentation accurately and timely.
• Keep the work area organized and store equipment properly.

Skills

Equipment operation

Lean Manufacturing

English communication

Reading instructions

Mathematical skills

Job description

WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM?

We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty.

Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere.

We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company.

We are growing rapidly, and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Compounding Technician to help process batches.

This is a full-time role based out of our 123 Eastside Manufacturing Facility in Etobicoke.

PAY RANGE

The anticipated base hourly pay for this position is $21.50 to 23.00 an hour.

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

• Process batches within specifications to meet department batch execution targets, ensuring optimal cycle time and schedule adherence.
• Dismantle, clean, sanitize, and assemble processing equipment in compliance with SOPs and GMP requirements to meet changeover and productivity goals.
• Compound batches, including aqueous-based, O/W, W/O, and anhydrous formulations, following SOPs and Master Formulations.
• Perform pre-weigh tasks as required, verify pre-weighed raw materials, and safely dispense raw materials when necessary.
• Conduct calibration checks on scales.
• Collect representative samples from product batches.
• Clean and sanitize batching kettles and related equipment according to SOPs if required.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE (respirators, face shields, safety glasses, etc.), and report workplace injuries or accidents to Supervisors.
• Complete GMP documentation, including batch records, and other required documents in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the compounding as well as working area, ensuring proper storage of pipes, hoses, clamps, gaskets, and other processing equipment.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE

• Ability to operate various compounding equipment, including fully and semi-automatic kettles, pumps, agitators, hoists, and scales
• Familiarity with 5S processes and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Strong English communication skills and solid math skills (addition, subtraction, division, and fractions)
• Proven ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions with minimal supervision
• Mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of equipment operation

WHAT YOU'LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAM

There’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).
• Work from anywhere 4 weeks per year.
• A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).
• Summer Friday’s - get off at 1pm all summer long! (for applicable roles).
• A dog-friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).
• 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.
• A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.

BUILDING GROWTH TO POWER GOOD

We are a People first company that lives by our core values to…

• Defy Convention.
• Make it real.
• Play in the grey.
• Build Bridges.
• Be the rabbit.

These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!

SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT

DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth.

Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation.

In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.

CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTY

You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, "DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.