Packaging Set-up Operator

Bausch Health Companies Inc.; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

RRSP / DPSP

Annual bonus program

Employee stock purchase program

EAP

Onsite gym

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity leave top-up

Job summary

Bausch Health Companies Inc. in Laval, Quebec, is seeking a reliable packaging set-up operator to assemble, adjust and operate packaging lines under GMP and HSE standards. Under supervision, you will ensure equipment is maintained and production steps follow the MBR.

You will document production activities, help meet the production schedule, participate in continuous improvement, and perform preventive maintenance as needed. French is essential; English is an asset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• DEC in mechanics or DEP with relevant experience.
• Mechanical, electrical and pneumatic knowledge.
• French (spoken and written) essential; English an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust and operate packaging equipment; ensure GMP/HSE compliance.
• Complete documentation during production and maintain batch records.
• Ensure equipment is in good working order and deviations are documented.
• Collaborate with team to meet production schedule; participate in preventive maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Autonomy

Strong mechanical skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

DEC in mechanics

DEP with relevant experience

Job description

Job Location: Laval, Quebec, CAN

Job Requisition ID: 15690

Join our global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes to our patients. We are all in it together to make a difference. Be a part of a culture that doesn't just wait for change but actively creates it—where your skills and values drive our collective progress and impact.

We are seeking a reliable and respectful individual who always acts with integrity. They should be imaginative and proactive, with a keen eye for opportunities. Someone perceptive, adaptable, and action oriented. We need a disciplined, focused and responsible team member. If you share these values, join our company and help shape the future.

General Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the technical supervisor, the packaging set-up operator assembles, adjusts and operates various machines in the Packaging Department. They ensure that the equipment is maintained in optimal operating condition and are responsible for carrying out their duties in compliance with GMP and HSE standards.

Main Responsibilities

Batch production

• Ensuring that the assembly, disassembly, and operation of equipment comply with established procedures and instructions;
• Diligently completing documentation during production;
• Ensuring equipment is in good working order daily;
• Ensuring that each piece of equipment is running properly and making any necessary adjustments;
• Collaborating with operators and the team leaders to ensure that the production schedule is met;
• Completing the necessary documentation in the event of deviations;
• Participating in continuous improvement to optimize equipment performance;
• Working as part of a team to resolve equipment malfunctions;
• May perform preventive maintenance according to the established schedule;
• May participate in the development and revision of procedures and operating manuals;
• May participate in teams to improve equipment and processes;
• Ensuring that production steps are followed as specified in the MBR (Manufacturing Batch Record).

Equipment and material

• Ensuring equipment and work areas are in good working order and compliant;
• Ensuring that their workstation and equipment are kept clean and in compliance with GMP and HSE standards;
• Ensuring that equipment is used properly;
• Notifying the team leader/manager of any problems encountered;
• Complying with production standards (OEE, productivity, yield targets);
• Performs cleaning of equipment and work areas;
• May verify, complete and submit batch records and packaging documents;
• Takes the necessary measures to protect the integrity of personnel, property and products in the event of an abnormality;
• Entering data into production management systems.

GMP and HSE

• Working in accordance with applicable GMP and HSE standards, policies and procedures;
• Applying HSE guidelines, procedures and instructions on a daily basis;
• Reporting any quality/HSE events to their manager;
• Highlighting problems and suggesting improvements.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma, a DEC in mechanics or a DEP with relevant experience;
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a set-up operator in the pharmaceutical industry or a related field.

Technical And Professional Requirements

• Mechanical, electrical and pneumatic knowledge;
• Knowledge of production tools.

Key Skills

• Rigor and attention to detail;
• Excellent sense of responsibility and reliability;
• Autonomy and good work ethic;
• Strong mechanical skills;
• Compliance with standards, procedures, safety protocols, and good manufacturing practices;
• French (spoken and written) is essential; English is an asset.

Overall Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $51,109 to $67,080. The actual base salary will be determined based on several factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, education, and location. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for our annual bonus program.

What We Offer

• Group insurance coverage at hiring date.
• Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP and DPSP) for eligible employees
• Competitive vacation policy
• Annual bonus program
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Full cafeteria with weekly specials; free coffee and tea
• Free parking and electric charging stations
• Onsite gym
• Tuition reimbursement
• Years of service awards
• Employee Referral Program
• Maternity leave top-up

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates collaboration.