Manufacturing Technician I

Vitalbio; Oakville; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Bio in Oakville, Ontario is seeking a technical production specialist to manufacture and assemble consumable components for our diagnostic platform, with a focus on scaling up the manufacturing process and ensuring products meet specifications for commercial distribution.

You will work with supporting functions to follow defined processes, maintain batch records, perform equipment setup and maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement of cGMP practices on a production line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher.
• 3+ years of industry experience in medical device or electronic assembly, preferably in a cGMP environment.
• Very good manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Ability to read and understand written assembly and test instructions.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across projects.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and participate in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Setup, prepare, and execute high-quality manufacturing processes for consumable assemblies.
• Generate and complete Batch Production Records per GDP.
• Maintain accurate production records and perform cycle counts.
• Set up, operate, and monitor automated/semi-automated equipment.
• Collaborate on developing and maintaining cGMP processes at production scale.
• Provide feedback to manufacturing engineering on work instructions.
• Address Health & Safety concerns with supervisors and JH&S committee.
• Apply 5S and lean principles for organization.
• Assist with process improvements from test results.
• Participate in FMEAs and risk identification.
• Assist in setup/validation of new equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance and cleaning.
• Support root cause investigations and CAPA actions.
• Maintain cross-training across Manufacturing.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reading assembly instructions

Education

High school diploma or higher

Job description

About you:

In this technical production role, you will be responsible for the manufacture and assembly of consumable components for the Vital Bio medical diagnostic platform from raw materials through to the final packaged product. The primary focus of the role will be with the ongoing scale‑up of the manufacturing process. As a member of the Manufacturing team you will be an integral part of Vital Bio’s efforts to launch commercial production of the company’s innovative medical diagnostic technology.

Working directly with all supporting functions, this role will apply well defined processes through work instructions, batch production records, manufacturing aids to generate products intended for commercial distribution.

What You’ll Do:

• Setup, prepare, and execute processes with high quality and consistency which generate products meeting specifications as intended for commercial use, including:

  • Build of consumable assemblies

  • Dispense of liquid formulations

  • Lyophilization, bead sieving and sorting

  • Disc assembly

  • Packaging

• Generate and complete all associated documentation using current Good Documentation Practices (GDP) including Batch Production Records;

• Maintain accurate records of production, including taking inventory of production and prototype materials through cycle counting and physical inventories;

• Set up, operate, and monitor automated and semi‑automated equipment used in the assembly process;

• Collaborate in the development, setup, and maintenance of cGMP processes at production scale;

• Provide feedback and recommendations to the manufacturing engineering team for improvements to manufacturing work instructions, assembly, and test fixtures and processes

• Provide feedback and recommendations to supervisors and JH&S Committee regarding Health & Safety concerns/near‑misses/incidents;

• Apply 5S and lean principles to maintain organization and good housekeeping practices in the manufacturing area;

• Work with associated development and engineering teams to incorporate improvements into the manufacturing process based on testing results and observations;

• Participate in process FMEAs and risk identification as well as assisting with the implementation of appropriate countermeasures;

• Assist Manufacturing Engineering in the setup and validation of new equipment for use in the assembly process;

• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance and cleaning activities of equipment and manufacturing areas;

• Support and participate in root cause investigations for, Out‑of‑Specification (OOS) investigations, Quality Incident Notifications, and CAPA actions related to manufactured products and manufacturing processes;

• Maintain a high level of work‑related training to ensure consistency of performance, including cross‑training on multiple processes within Manufacturing;

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or higher;

• 3+ years of industry experience in medical device or electronic assembly, preferably in a cGMP environment;

• Very good manual dexterity and visual acuity;

• Ability to read and understand written assembly and test instructions;

• Demonstrated strong organizational skills in your day‑to‑day performance and ability to multitask across projects and activities;

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail;

• Proven ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and participate in multi-disciplinary teams.

Bonus points for:

• Experience with reagent preparation, operation of (semi‑)automated manufacturing systems

• Experience with 5S, kanbans, and lean manufacturing processes;

• Prior experience with single‑use assemblies, reagent fill and seal, and lyophilization processes;

• An appreciation of puns!

Why Join Us?

At Vital Bio, you will:

• Get an opportunity to shape the future of medical diagnostics and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare;

• Be in collaborative environment with a high‑performing team dedicated to innovation and excellence;

• Have a platform to showcase your talents and grow professionally in a company that values your contributions.

The compensation range for this role is $20.00-$24.50 / hour. Compensation will be determined based on the individual’s demonstrated experience, education, training, relevant certifications or licensure, and other applicable business and organizational factors.

This role is a current, onsite vacancy.

About Vital Bio

Vital is revolutionizing point‑of‑care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real‑time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.

Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We thrive on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth‑minded culture empowers front‑line decision‑making and fosters impactful work.

We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will make a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it.

Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated or AI‑supported tools to assist with application review and screening. These tools are used to support, not replace, human decision‑making. Final hiring decisions are always made by our hiring team.