Technician - II (PM)

Sun Pharma; Brampton; On-site; CAD 46,500 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

RRSP savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Pharma in Brampton, Canada, is seeking a Technician II to maintain component and bulk supply to packaging lines, assist with filler assembly, set‑ups and change‑overs, and operate filling lines in a cGMP environment.

The role requires a high school diploma with at least two years in manufacturing/packaging, pharmaceutical experience preferred, and skills in setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a manufacturing/packaging environment is required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Experience with packaging changeover and set‑up is required.
• Able to perform calculations and use basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical setup, calibration, and adjustment of automated filling systems during product changeovers.
• Replace and maintain mechanical components to ensure proper equipment functionality.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues in packaging and filling equipment.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust fill weights throughout the operation to minimize overfill.
• Configure process parameters through HMI interfaces for automated filling and packaging systems.
• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MES

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job purpose

The Technician II maintains component and bulk product supply to packaging lines, washes and assists with filler assembly, disassembles, set‑ups and change‑overs. Operates filling lines and packaging equipment in a safe manner and maintains compliance with cGMP and SOP requirements. Will be required to perform set‑up, change‑over and troubleshooting of primary and secondary packaging equipment such as fillers, drum transfer pumps, cartoner, case packer and banders.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Technical responsibilities

• Perform mechanical setup, calibration, and adjustment of automated filling systems during product changeovers.
• Replace and maintain mechanical components including O‑rings, valves, pumps, and nozzle assemblies to ensure proper equipment functionality.
• Conduct detailed mechanical troubleshooting as it pertains to container closure, folding station, and tube holders, etc.
• Change embossing/coding block characters (expiration date and batch number) for labels and cartons as specified on the packaging work order (PWO).
• Changeover and set‑up (and change parts as required) of secondary packaging equipment – cartoner, labeler, pester/bundler and case packer, Carton Tracker based on established change parts and parameter values.
• Assist mechanics in doing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Set‑up, monitor and adjust fill weights throughout the operation ensuring minimal overfill.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment such as fillers, manifolds, tube holders and supply pumps.
• Perform filler changeovers, set‑ups and troubleshooting.
• Configure and adjust process parameters through HMI interfaces for automated filling and packaging systems, including program selection, recipe management, and format changeovers to ensure accurate machine operation and product quality.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues in packaging and filling equipment using appropriate tools and diagnostic techniques.
• Install, align, adjust, and replace mechanical components such as pumps, valves, pistons conveyors, and dosing systems.
• Dismantle, inspect, overhaul, and reassemble machinery and equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance team members to resolve complex mechanical and operational problems.
• Conduct routine inspections and mechanical assessments to identify wear, defects, and potential failures.
• Calibrate and adjust equipment settings to ensure accuracy, safety, and product quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying mechanical inefficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Sign off required line start‑up documentation in the primary and secondary areas prior to production run.
• Assist with training of new hires.

Administrative responsibilities

• Supply filling lines with components and bulk product for packaging.
• Ensure drum and lot changes are completed effectively and on‑time with minimal bulk waste.
• Prepare detergent and sanitizing agents with the correct dilution factor.
• Sanitize filling rooms as per standard operating procedure.
• Perform housekeeping tasks such as washing floors, walls, etc.
• Perform line clearance processes both inside filling rooms and secondary packaging area.
• Complete G.M.P. documents right the first time, for example cleaning & sanitization records, packaging batch records, non‑stationary equipment logs, etc.
• Wash and sanitize wetted change parts for fillers and supply pumps.
• Work with safety in mind with respect to all assigned tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a manufacturing/packaging environment is required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Experience with general tools and equipment including filling, cartooning, pumps and motorized material handling equipment is preferred.
• Experience with packaging changeover and set‑up is required.
• Able to resolve minor and advanced difficulties such as starting and stopping fillers, clearing jam‑ups is required.
• Candidates are required to be able to add, subtract, multiply, calculate averages and percentages.
• Excellent command of the English language combined with strong written, comprehension and oral communication skills is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use a computer including Microsoft, SAP and Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of cGMP’s compliance is required.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• WHMIS training preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must.

Working conditions

• Overtime will be required. This may be additional time during the work week and/or on weekends.
• Unless pre‑arranged the position is considered to be a rotational shift based on 37.5 hours per week (bi‑weekly rotational is only for continental shift).
• GMP garments required to be worn within the manufacturing environment.

Physical requirements

• Ability to safely lift up to 60 lbs.

• Operate lifting devices such as drum lifters, pallet trucks and pallet wrappers.
• A significant time will be spent washing and sanitizing equipment resulting in exposure to water, cleaning agents and a high humidity environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Also, bend, squat and walk throughout the day.

Direct reports

NA

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $46,500 to $58,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; RRSP savings plan; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation.

The Company uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries, Inc. (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.