Technician, Production PO3-AGO-RHPro2 R

APOTEX; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in global health is seeking a Manufacturing Production Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will manufacture high-quality products while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, and collaborating with team members to achieve operational goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the production of affordable medicines that make a difference in patients' lives worldwide. If you are detail-oriented, team-oriented, and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures products under the guidance of a Production Supervisor.
• Operates equipment safely and performs changeovers as needed.
• Completes documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

English comprehension

Basic math skills

Manual dexterity

Team-oriented

Time management

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power lift trucks

Job description

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Apotex Inc. is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 7,200 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex medicines are accessible to patients in more than 75 countries globally. Through vertical integration, the Apotex group is focused on the development and sale of generic, biosimilar and specialty products.

For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Title: Manufacturing Production Technician

Manufactures product as per company requirements under the guidance of a Production Supervisor within a team environment. The Production Technician is responsible for the sanitation, set-up, operation, and changeover of assigned production equipment and area. Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Documents (SODs), Safe Work Practices (SWPs), company policies, and industry regulations. Remains aligned with Apotex’s business drivers and core competencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports our Corporate Values of Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion; demonstrates strong support of these values.
• Ensures all work complies with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.
• Participates actively in team meetings and activities.
• Accurately completes all documentation such as POMs and Logbooks in a timely manner.
• Reports any deviations, defects, safety incidents, or issues to the supervisor or senior staff.
• Sets up and operates equipment safely within specifications, providing detailed feedback on issues.
• Performs changeovers and communicates equipment problems to mechanics.
• Conducts in-process checks during packaging.
• Operates electronic or computerized control panels.
• Controls process start-up, shutdown, troubleshooting, and adjusts equipment as needed.
• Prepares process units or equipment for maintenance.
• Loads and unloads components as required.
• Performs hand cartoning and shrink-wrap packing when necessary.
• Operates power lift trucks to move materials and finished products.
• Cleans rooms and equipment according to SODs, documenting actions appropriately.
• Maintains proper housekeeping and waste disposal practices.
• Works safely and collaboratively to achieve team goals.
• Demonstrates behaviors aligned with organizational values.
• Adheres to all compliance programs, including ethics, quality, safety, and HR policies.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Minimum secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient in English comprehension and writing; able to follow instructions; basic math skills; physical ability to lift 20 kg; manual dexterity; team-oriented with positive attitude; good time management.
• Experience: Manufacturing experience is an asset.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported.

We offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Please inform us if you require any accommodations for interviews or testing.