Maintenance Specialist

Novocol Healthcare Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to enhance equipment performance and reliability. In this pivotal role, you will provide technical support, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The company values its employees and offers developmental opportunities along with competitive benefits. Join a team dedicated to delivering quality and integrity in every aspect of their operations, while enjoying a work-life balance and recognition for your contributions.

Benefits

Developmental Opportunities

Competitive Benefits

Gym Discounts

Work/Life Balance Programs

Employee Recognition

Social Events

Spirit Days

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Science required.
• Professional Engineering designation or working towards it preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on OEE data.
• Supervise contractors and technicians for maintenance.

Skills

Technical Support

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering designation (P. Eng.)

Job description

Join to apply for the Maintenance Specialist role at Novocol Pharma, a Septodont company.

Company Details

Novocol Pharma is a growing contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), specialized in sterile injectable cartridges and combination product manufacturing. We strive for excellence and customer-centricity to deliver value to global pharmaceutical clients through contract services for drug development and commercial manufacturing. With over 40 years in operation, our team of 600 employees and modern facilities in Cambridge, Ontario, provide a personalized and responsive experience for our customers. We focus on serving our strategic partners and patients with quality, integrity, and value.

Our employees are our top asset! We offer developmental opportunities, competitive benefits, gym discounts, work/life balance programs, employee recognition, social events, and spirit days.

We are part of the Septodont group, a global leader in dental pain management with over 2000 employees worldwide and over 90 years as a family-owned company. Our Cambridge facility is a key manufacturing site for high-volume dental anesthetic production.

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Specialist.

Job Summary

Shift: Admin

Internal Job Posting Grade 10

Deadline for internal applications: May 14, 2025.

The Maintenance Engineer/Specialist reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for maintenance project work and supporting production processes. The goal is to enhance equipment performance and reliability through measurements, assessments, problem-solving, and improvement initiatives. If the candidate lacks a Professional Engineering Designation (P. Eng.), they will hold the title Maintenance Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing processes as needed.
• Identify opportunities for improving production equipment and processes to reduce downtime, waste, and turnaround time while maintaining quality.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on OEE data, focusing on preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Serve as Maintenance SME on new equipment and participate in FAT/SAT/Commissioning and installation activities.
• Coordinate with engineering and plant operations for knowledge transfer regarding new equipment.
• Guide the Maintenance team during breakdowns, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Conduct studies on breakdowns, interpret maintenance data, and develop action plans.
• Supervise contractors and technicians for maintenance, repairs, and installations.
• Perform risk assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Support quality investigations and support linked action plans.
• Analyze maintenance activities and suggest improvements.
• Contribute to spare parts planning based on usage and risks.
• Maintain and update lock-out tag-out procedures and support engineering in new equipment procedures.
• Lead low-complexity CAPEX projects focusing on improvements or obsolescence.
• Amend SOPs as needed.
• Prepare and revise layouts, drawings, and schematics for equipment and GMP facilities.
• Ensure pharmaceutical compliance and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Science (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• Professional Engineering designation (P. Eng.) or working towards it.

Contract Type

Permanent

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing