Sampling Technician

Apotex Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Apotex Inc. is seeking a Lab Materials Sampler to support GMP-compliant sampling across multiple facilities in the Toronto area. You will sample raw materials, packaging components and third-party goods, ensuring accuracy and documentation in SAP-WM.

The role requires operating TruScan RM and FT-NIR, maintaining sanitation, and notifying QAPR of non-conformances. Experience with GMPs and ability to lift 50 lbs are expected.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English written and oral communication.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of GMPs/GDPs and compliance with SOPs/SWPs.

Responsibilities

• Sample all incoming raw materials, packaging components and third party finished goods following GMPs and SOPs for multiple facilities.
• Confirm uniformity of raw materials using TruScan RM and FT-NIR (excluding Richmond Hill).
• Troubleshoot/resolve problems with TruScan RM and FT-NIR (excluding Richmond Hill).
• Sanitize rooms and sampling tools, ensuring QAPR inspection and sign-off.
• Record all sampling activity in the warehouse reliability database and forward documentation to QAPR for review.
• Maintain inventory accuracy in SAP-WM during receiving/moving materials and ensure controlled substances handling per regulatory requirements.
• Operate manual and powered material handling equipment following SWPs/SODs and ensure compliance with GMPs.

Skills

Fluent English

Lift 50 lbs

Multi-tasking

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Tools

TruScan RM

FT-NIR

SAP QM/WM

Job description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

Job Summary

• Responsible for sampling of all raw materials, semi-finished, packaging components and third party materials, while adhering to the planning priority list provided to support the lab requirements.
• Responsible for adhering to all GMP, SOP, SWP, and company policies and regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Sample all incoming raw materials, packaging components and third party finished goods following all GMP’s and SOP’s for the following facilities:
  • 50 Steinway (Etobicoke)
  • 150 Signet
  • 20 Kenhar
  • 4100 Weston- Packaging Components
  • 380 Elgin Mills (Richmond Hill)
  • 200 Barmac
• Confirm uniformity of raw materials using both TruScan RM and FT-NIR instrument (excluding Richmond Hill).
• Troubleshoot/solve problems associated with the TruScan RM and FT-NIR unit (excluding Richmond Hill).
• Responsible for the sanitation of all rooms and sampling tools, ensuring QAPR inspection and sign-off.
• Ensure that the heat sealing and nitrogen purging process on specialized products is performed according to required SOPs and SWPs.
• Record all sampling activity using warehouse reliability database.
• Notify QAPR when raw materials and/or samples are found to be in non-conformance.
• Ensure controlled substance materials are handled in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy using SAP - Warehouse Management module when receiving material, retrieving material and moving material, following applicable warehouse procedures.
• Ensure sampled materials and documentation are forwarded to QAPR for review. Apply Good Documentation Practices to complete all associated paperwork.
• Operate all manual and powered material handling equipment following SWPs and SODs.
• Ensure all work is performed in full compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMPs), standard operating documents (SODs), and safe work procedures (SWPs).
• Performs all work in compliance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and related policies and with the legal and regulatory requirements that apply to our job activities;
• Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes;
• Operates in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements;
• Performs all work in support of our Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion and
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalency.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Fluent in English written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) is an asset (e.g. Dockstocker, walkie, Reach).
• Intermediate knowledge of computer applications (SAP QM/WM, Word, Excel, Access).
• Willing to work various shifts and/or overtime when needed.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to manage multiple tasks.
• Compliance to GMPs/GDPs and ability to identify and resolve compliance issues.
• Able to operate material handling equipment and ascend/descend ladders to rack heights.

Experience

• Previous sampling experience is an asset.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is 42,425.37 CAD to 59,395.52 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

Apotex will use artificial intelligence to screen, select and/or assess your application for this job.

This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.