Production Project Lead

Septodont; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation and benefits包

RRSP program

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate discounts and perks

Employee recognition programs

Social events and spirit days

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Septodont in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking a Production Project Lead to partner with the Production Manager and drive cross-functional projects from tech transfers to commercialization on the manufacturing floor.

You will coordinate schedules, resource plans, and training, ensuring GMP compliance and quality standards while leading inter-site initiatives with R&D, QA, supply chain, and business development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or Science required.
• PM experience in regulated manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and commercialization processes.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Visio).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Production lead for projects including technology transfers and CDMO initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and deliverables.
• Create and maintain schedules, action plans, and resource plans.
• Lead production trials, development batches, and commercialization activities.
• Develop production flow concepts and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track metrics such as cycle times, labour hours, downtime, and cost performance.
• Support costing activities and provide input for proposals and opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Interdisciplinary leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor of Engineering / Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Project

Visio

Job description

About Us

At Septodont, a global leader in dental products and a key player in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing (CDMO), we are proud to work every day to improve patients’ health and well-being. Present in more than 110 countries, the Group relies on the energy, expertise, and passion of 2,600 employees. With 6 international production sites, Septodont combines industrial excellence, technological expertise, and innovation to meet the needs of healthcare professionals worldwide. In North America, our operations include facilities in Ontario, Quebec, and Pennsylvania. Our Cambridge, Ontario site is home to Novocol Pharma – a thriving center of innovation with over 40 years of expertise in sterile injectable cartridges and combination product manufacturing. Backed by a team of more than 675 dedicated professionals and modern facilities, we deliver high-quality, customer-focused solutions to partners around the world. Beyond our expertise, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a stimulating work environment where everyone can learn, grow, and build a career that reflects their aspirations, supported by continuous training and internal mobility. As a socially responsible company, we place diversity and inclusion at the heart of our development, convinced that they enhance collective performance and foster human experience. Joining Septodont means becoming part of a human-scale international group and contributing to a meaningful mission: improving health for as many people as possible. What if your next professional chapter started with us?

Job Summary

The Production Project Lead is accountable to the Production Manager and is responsible for leading project work, special initiatives, and the successful integration of commercial production activities with project execution. This role acts as the primary Production representative on cross-functional projects and ensures all activities are executed in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and applicable quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Production lead and facilitator for projects including technology transfers, CDMO initiatives, process improvements, manufacturing compliance programs, and inter-site harmonization activities.
• Partner closely with Project Management and cross-functional teams including Production, Maintenance, R&D, QA, QC, Tech Services, Supply Chain, and Business Development to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
• Create and maintain project schedules, action plans, resource plans, labour tracking, milestone reporting, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate production execution dates with Supply Chain, Project Management, and Production to ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules.
• Lead project meetings, establish objectives and priorities, document actions and risks, and communicate progress effectively.
• Support preparation of SOPs, batch records, routings, BOMs, training materials, and production documentation required for project execution.
• Coordinate training activities with Production SMEs, Operations Trainers, and Technical Services teams.
• Lead production trials, technology transfers, development batches, and commercialization activities on the manufacturing floor.
• Develop production flow concepts, workstation layouts, crewing models, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational performance.
• Track and analyze key production metrics including cycle times, labour hours, downtime, OEE, scrap, deviations, and cost performance.
• Support costing activities and provide production input for commercial proposals and customer opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, quality systems, and workplace safety standards.

Job Requirements

• Education Bachelor of Engineering / Science degree is required.
• PMP certification is considered an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of production or operations experience.
• Experience within pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, or other regulated manufacturing environments is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience leading interdisciplinary project teams.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and commercialization processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and Visio.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive results, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

What We Offer

• Excellent compensation and benefits package
• RRSP program
• Discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts and perks
• Employee recognition programs
• Social events and spirit days
• Professional development opportunities and internal mobility programs

Starting at approximately $90,000 CAD, with opportunity for increase based on qualifications and experience. Total rewards include comprehensive benefits, bonus eligibility, and professional development support.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is based for the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored immigration support. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Sobre a Septodont

A Septodont é líder global no desenvolvimento, fabricação e distribuição de produtos farmacêuticos odontológicos inovadores e soluções médicas. Com 8 unidades de fabricação em 3 continentes e uma rede internacional de distribuição que atende profissionais em mais de 120 países, estamos comprometidos em melhorar o atendimento aos pacientes em escala global. Com o apoio de 4 centros de P&D e mais de 120 patentes registradas mundialmente, nosso compromisso contínuo com a inovação e a excelência industrial nos mantém na vanguarda do nosso setor. Como empresa socialmente responsável, acreditamos que nossa responsabilidade é conduzir nossos negócios com rigor, ética e equidade. Mas nosso papel vai muito além dos produtos que entregamos. Cuidar também significa comprometer-se — com nossos colaboradores, clientes e pacientes, as comunidades onde atuamos e o planeta que todos compartilhamos. Saiba mais sobre a Septodont

Nossas pessoas fazem a diferença

Por trás do nosso sucesso global estão mais de 2.600 colaboradores dedicados, cuja experiência, comprometimento e colaboração impulsionam nosso crescimento todos os dias. Na Septodont, cada função importa e cada contribuição faz a diferença. Promovemos um ambiente em que as pessoas são incentivadas a tomar iniciativas, compartilhar ideias e crescer profissionalmente. Por meio de programas contínuos de aprendizado, iniciativas de desenvolvimento de competências e oportunidades de mobilidade interna, apoiamos ativamente nossos colaboradores na construção de carreiras significativas e em constante evolução. Quer saber mais sobre nossas pessoas e como as apoiamos? Descubra mais aqui

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