Refrigeration Facilities Operator

Sanofi; Toronto; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Toronto is seeking a Refrigeration Facilities Operator to manage building systems, BAS and FMS, ensuring GMP-compliant environmental conditions across production, packaging, labs, and warehouses.

The role requires four years of relevant experience with a Millwright Refrigeration certificate; duties include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordination with engineers and contractors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Millwright License with Ontario Refrigeration Certificate strongly preferred.
• Minimum four years of relevant experience in a GMP facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate BAS and FMS to maintain environmental conditions and utilities.
• Monitor alarms and perform troubleshooting for GMP-critical systems.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, HVAC, steam and plumbing as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document work orders in SAP.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Building automation systems

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Millwright License - Ontario Refrigeration Certificate

Tools

SAP

Job description

Reference no: R2858700 Position title: Refrigeration Facilities Operator Duration: Full time - Permanent Location: Toronto, ON

About the Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. Sanofi's global vaccines business unit partners with the public health, medical and scientific communities to improve access to life‑protecting vaccines and increase vaccination coverage, while striving to develop new and improved vaccines to enhance health and well‑being. At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We believe our cutting‑edge science and manufacturing, fueled by data and digital technologies, have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D‑driven, AI‑powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Operate building systems, BAS and FMS to provide specified and reliable environmental conditions and utilities to (but not limited to) production, packaging, laboratory, warehouse and office areas. Document system conditions as assigned. Systems should be monitored and alarms/issues addressed where known. Operate equipment on Building Automation Systems. Maintenance and trouble shooting of equipment and systems. Document and log equipment and system conditions. Inform the Manager, Quality and customer of any abnormal conditions and steps taken or required to correct these conditions.
2. Monitor FMS/BAS system for proper operation of equipment/ systems. Respond or identify all GMP and business critical alarms within the required time frame. Provide support for troubleshooting issues, addressing related N/Cs and/or CAPA related documents. Monitor FMS/BAS system for proper operation of equipment/ systems. Respond to alarms and carry out necessary repairs/ troubleshooting to resolve alarm conditions. Coordinate with other trades, engineering and contractors if needed to resolve any alarm issues. Apprize the manager, quality and customer of the troubleshooting, corrective and preventive actions taken/ needed to correct alarm conditions. Update alarm tag notes in the system. Document information in the work order system.
3. Troubleshooting building systems and facilities regarding Refrigeration Systems, HVAC, Clean utilities, steam and plumbing in a professional and timely fashion as required. Where applicable (due to urgency and expertise or licensing) support in the associated repairs and re‑ checks. Able to do repairs as required. Troubleshooting and repair of building systems and equipment. Coordinate and work with other trades, engineering, contractors and stores to ensure all the work is completed in a timely fashion. Perform repairs where a specialized license is not required. Use drawing and manuals for trouble shooting. Provide update on issues to manager, quality and customers as required.
4. Carry out or follow‑up preventative maintenance tasks as assigned Carry out preventive maintenance tasks and daily, weekly checks on the equipment using SAP work order system, where not restricted by regulatory licensing requirements. Identify and request parts when required to perform the maintenance. Ensure the area where working is left in a neat and tidy condition. Monitor mechanical rooms for cleanliness and any other abnormal conditions such as leaks and carryout repairs as required.
5. Determines impact of required work, communicates and co‑ordinates major repairs with other trade staff/ contractors and users to minimize service interruption. Coordinates the required scheduled and unscheduled shutdowns (facility and equipment related) and related work. Coordinate major repairs/ shutdown work with planning, customer, trades and contractors to minimize service interruption. Reviews major planned shutdown work orders with planner using the SAP system. Coordinates with stores to ensure all necessary parts are available. In coordination with planner and building managers assists to arrange external contractors for shutdown work.
6. Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Other activities as requested which may include Continuous Improvement, projects and other initiatives or tasks Other duties as assigned to operate the business.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Minimum four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Millwright License - Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate)
• Minimum of four (4) years of previous relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate) plus a minimum of four (4) years of previous relevant work experience.
• Preferred four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate along with another Ontario or interprovincial ticket or certification) plus a minimum of three (3) years of previous relevant experience.
• HVAC Mechanical/ Electrical Building automation systems
• Experience troubleshooting GMP facility equipment.
• Experience working in GMP regulated facility and labs.

Knowledge / Skills:

• Mechanical/ Electrical Troubleshooting
• Blueprint reading
• Knowledge in Computer applications or systems
• Excellent Communication Verbal/Written skills
• Interpersonal and Team player skills

Hours Of Work:

Inclusive from Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm This is subject to change at any time and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such a change to meet the requirements of the operation.

Pay rate:

$54.52 per hour

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

AI Usage

“Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision‑making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal,Data Subject Rights Webform. TheData Subject Rights Webformcan also be used torequest access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.

We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug‑discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

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