Production Technician
At Piramal Healthcare, we make life changing, lifesaving medications. We believe that by bringing the best-in-class talent on board—and providing cutting-edge growth and learning opportunities—we are creating a positive impact on patients, customers, and the communities we serve. Thus, we offer our employees an abundance of learning opportunities for their full potential to build upon.
What We Have to Offer
- $50,000 - $55,000 per year
- Paid time off
- Extended health, dental, and vision care
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Employee assistance program
- Life and disability insurance
- Company events
- On-site parking.
Job Description
We are looking to hire a reliable Production Technician with experience in the pharmaceutical or fine chemical industry. The Technician’s role is to contribute to the small-scale production of active pharmaceutical ingredients and intermediaries (Pilot Plant, Kilo Lab, Small Scale), in a safe and efficient manner. In compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and government regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Performing the batch-making process (under the direction of senior-level Production Technicians), and according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
- Loading/unloading vessels; transferring liquids and solids between vessels as required; charging liquids and solids to a vessel; monitoring parameters; and completing production related documentation (e.g., batch sheet, and log books)
- Sampling materials and products by reviewing and preparing documentation, preparing the sampling and protective equipment, obtaining the sample, and submitting to Quality and Compliance under the direction of senior-level Technicians
- Dismantling, cleansing, assembling, and setting-up production equipment
- Completing cleaning logs as instructed by a senior-level Technician
- Packaging and applying labels and lot numbers to identify batches, under the guidance of a senior-level Technician
- Participating in opportunities to develop industry-relevant production knowledge
- Actively engaging in training on SOP’s, technical manuals, and safety procedures, as required
- Complying with cGMP and safety operations (e.g., wearing Personal Protective Equipment—including self-contained breathing apparatus and cartridge respirators)
- Maintaining the cleanliness and order of the work area to ensure current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and safety compliance.
Qualifications: Skills & Experience
- Secondary School Education
- Previous experience in a production position—preferably in the pharmaceutical or fine chemical industry
- Ability to work comfortably within an operations environment with indoor/outdoor physical demands, and shift work
- Skill and understanding in handling hazardous chemicals (WHMIS), is an asset
- Clear understanding of cGMP is considered an asset
- Proficiency with production equipment—such as pumps/hoses, sparkler filters, robot filters, fork lifts, and heating/cooling units is an asset
- Knowledge of PPE and SCBA is also an asset.
Physical Demands:
- Must occasionally move equipment and/or materials including 55 full gallon drums. Material handing equipment are available. Movement of large equipment is done with teams.
- Must be clean shaven to wear provided respiratory protection
- Must wear provided PPE, for example Tyvek coveralls, safety eyewear, gloves, and safety footwear
Piramal Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation during it, please let us know.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Application question(s):
- Will you be able to travel or relocate to Aurora, ON
Work Location: In person
