Maintenance Manager

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Whitchurch-Stouffville; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Disability benefits

Retirement Savings Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Teva Canada seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead day-to-day maintenance at the Stouffville manufacturing facility in Ontario. You will oversee equipment reliability, manage budgets and projects, and ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement.

You will coach a maintenance team, coordinate with contractors, and support audits and inspections in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Proven leadership in maintenance within GMP-regulated environments.
• Experience with audits/regulatory inspections and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead site maintenance to support production schedules and objectives.
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Ensure GMP, EHS, and regulatory compliance; support audits and inspections.
• Provide training and mentorship to maintenance personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Decision making

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We Are Teva

We're Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it's innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we're dedicated to addressing patients' needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead site maintenance operations at our growing pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Stouffville, Ontario.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day maintenance activities, supporting production operations, managing site systems and contractors, and driving reliability and continuous improvement initiatives. You will play a critical role in ensuring our facility, equipment, and infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are passionate about leading teams, solving complex technical challenges, and improving operational performance, we'd love to hear from you.

How You'll Spend Your Day

• Lead and manage all site maintenance activities to support production schedules and business objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support for manufacturing equipment, including tablet presses, fluid bed dryers, compactors, coating pans, encapsulators, packaging lines, and other pharmaceutical processing equipment.
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Monitor critical equipment and site systems to ensure uninterrupted operations and business continuity.
• Participate in the site's 24/7 on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required.
• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and oversee the activities of contractors, vendors, and service providers supporting site operations and projects.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members and support cross-functional collaboration across the organization.
• Manage facility renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and capital projects from planning through execution.
• Identify and implement reliability, efficiency, and cost-saving initiatives across maintenance operations.
• Support strategic planning activities through effective asset lifecycle management and facility planning.
• Utilize root cause analysis and best practices to address recurring issues and drive sustainable solutions.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with GMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and inspection readiness initiatives.
• Maintain maintenance records, permits, procedures, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and proactively address workplace hazards.
• Champion environmental, health, and safety excellence while promoting a strong safety culture throughout the site.
• Manage maintenance budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Procure parts, consumables, and maintenance supplies while maintaining effective inventory controls and min/max stock levels.
• Review project scopes, estimate costs, and support budget forecasting for maintenance and capital projects.

Your Skills And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 7 years of progressive maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, manufacturing, or other GMP-regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of maintenance programs, equipment reliability, and facility operations
• Experience supporting audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance initiatives
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
• Skilled trades license (Electrician, Millwright, or equivalent)
• Experience managing maintenance budgets, capital projects, and contractor relationships
• Strong understanding of facility lifecycle management and long-term asset planning
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a collaborative approach
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

How We'll Take Care Of You

At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment! The typical hiring range for this position is $110,480-$138,100. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role may qualify for an annual bonus based on employment type. Certain positions may also be eligible for a sales commission structure as part of the overall compensation package. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us.

As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:

• Teva Canada's choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs
• Retirement Savings Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days
• Education Assistance ProgramRecognition programs such as Employee Service Awards
• Employee Discounts
• And much more!

More exciting details on the specific total rewards offerings to be provided at the offer stage depending on the position and employment type hiring for. This position will fill a current vacancy. Teva Canada may utilize AI-driven insights on skills and capabilities as part of our candidate recruitment process to align candidates with potentially suitable opportunities more effectively. Our recruiters and hiring managers remain the principal decision makers in the recruitment process.

Teva's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.