Packaging & Inspection Assistant

Emergent BioSolutions; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent BioSolutions is hiring a Packaging & Inspection Assistant in Winnipeg, Manitoba. You will support the packaging and inspection of specialty pharmaceutical products, ensuring quality and compliance with cGMP standards.

The role involves clean- up, labeling, and final packaging activities, with training provided for regulatory requirements and procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; pharma manufacturing diploma is an asset.
• Experience in a regulated environment is an asset and training is provided.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, protocols, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support packaging and inspection of specialty pharmaceutical products.
• Operate and document steps in line with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

SOP reading

Education

High school diploma

Pharma manufacturing diploma (asset)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to
communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

Job Summary

The Packaging & Inspection Assistant role supports the packaging and Inspection of specialty pharmaceutical products and directly contributes to our mission of protecting and enhancing life.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lives our culture of “right the first time” and ensures quality and accuracy in day-to-day activities.
• Executes and documents procedural steps in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) standards and other regulatory requirements.
• Cleaning and sanitization of work areas
• Product inspection
• Product labeling
• Final packaging (assembly) operations
• Packaging machinery size change over and operation
• Escalates problems, concerns, or deviations in a timely manner
• Maintain production areas in a tidy, 6 sigma (6S) standard including cleaning and sanitization of work areas
• Identifies and communicates process improvements and operational excellence initiatives

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills

• High school Diploma or equivalent is required; pharmaceutical manufacturing diploma is considered an asset.
• Previous experience working in a regulated environment is an asset, but not a requirement – we will provide training for the role.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures, protocols, work instructions, and other policies/procedures is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a group environment.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail is a must.
• Knowledge or ability to learn pharmaceutical regulatory requirements is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to adapt to and complete shift work including days and nights. Ability to lift and move materials/equipment when needed.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical & eye exam and criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation to work on-site is required.
• Must be able to work above shoulder for extended periods of time.
• This role requires individual to be able to work with hands above head for long periods of time.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

As part of our team, you'll join talented and inspiring colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. We offer highly diverse career opportunities, a supportive culture, competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements and an extensive benefits package. Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy .

ABOUT EMERGENT

Emergent prepares those entrusted with protecting their communities against current and future health threats.

Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actions—whether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the community,we strive every day to achieve this shared goal.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES

• Lead with Integrity
  • We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence
• Stand shoulder to shoulder
  • We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
• Own it always
  • We are engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
• Breakthrough thinking
  • We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
• Compete where it counts
  • We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.