Electrical Technician

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company that improves everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products worldwide. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally including the United States, Mexico and India, Apotex is the largest Canadian‑based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit: www.apotex.com Job Summary The Technician, Electrical role is a key production function, specializing in electrical troubleshooting, repairs, preventative maintenance, calibrations and GMP activities to ensure SISPQ and machine integrity. This role requires technical expertise to train and teach proper operation procedures, ensuring equipment longevity and improving reliability through production projects and maintenance activities. Job Responsibilities Develop, implement and maintain predictive and preventative maintenance programs and/or calibration programs on material handling/production/process/development equipment ensuring compliance with SISPQ. Initiate and execute production maintenance projects (execute OQ’s, electrical upgrades & improvements) to completion. Install, repair and maintain electrical, electronic equipment, instrumentation as well as computerised systems (HMI, PC’s, vision systems & network troubleshooting) related to production machinery and systems; must meet CSA and ESA standards. Use electrical testing equipment to diagnose problems. Practice proactive maintenance and contribute to correcting problems before they become downtime issues. Supply training and coaching on equipment when necessary; able to travel for training if required. Take ownership and accountability for issues, working proactively to resolve and maximize department goals of minimizing equipment downtime. Ensure issues, follow‑up actions and/or resolutions are clearly communicated to peers, vendors, customers and supervisors, transferred at shift overlaps as well as during the shift. Be a team player, a positive contributor; open to suggesting and implementing ideas to better the business. Assist with mechanical repairs as needed. Use SAP maintenance module to search history, create work orders and find parts while ensuring supporting documentation is prepared. Create and modify drawings, P&ID’s and schematics when required. Prepare and update standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and standard documents (SD’s). Work as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes. Perform all work in support of our Corporate Values of Pride, Accountability, Integrity and Diligence; demonstrate strong and visible support of our values. Perform all work in accordance with established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements. All other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & Experience Industrial Electrician Licence or Construction Maintenance Licence with suitable experience; Master’s Electrical Licence an asset. In‑depth knowledge and experience with PLC’s and PC’s (AB, Siemens). Experience in food/pharmaceutical environment preferable but not required. Good knowledge of PC hardware and software; able to use Word, Excel, MS Project, etc.; A+ Certification an asset. Strong communication, organisational and planning skills. Proactive and self‑motivated. Willing to participate in skill‑enhancement programs. Ability to work any shift including weekends as required. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported to succeed. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of our recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr