Quality Scientist

**Quality Scientist - Calibration (18-Months Contract)**-2307008203W

Description

Kenvue, is currently recruiting for:
Quality Scientist - Calibration

for an **18- months contract** for the day shift. This position reports to the Compliance Lead, Plant Quality and is based at Guelph, Ontario.

**Who we are**

At Kenvue, we believe there is extraordinary power in everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and propelled forward by science, our iconic brands—including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® —are category leaders trusted by millions of consumers who use our products to improve their daily lives. Our employees share a digital-first mindset, an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights, and a commitment to continually earning a place for our products in consumers’ hearts and homes.

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**What will you do**

The Quality Scientist 1 - Calibration will provide support to the growth and strategic business objectives of Kenvue and Johnson & Johnson, with a focus on laboratory equipment calibrations and qualifications to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the site calibration program. You will perform a variety of assigned calibrations
outine tasks, lead\execute improvement initiatives and train site end users in accordance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws/regulations, the Companies’ policies, and established procedures and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities
- Exercise the highest level of integrity and a safety-first approach in the tasks performed
- Display a behaviour of involvement and dedication to doing the job right the first time
- Complete all required training on time
- Adhere to strict compliance with procedures applicable to role and take ownership for procedural review and updates

Equipment Calibration:

- Complete all assigned calibrations daily, in accordance with internal team standards, GMP’s, safety requirements and applicable procedures
- Review calibration records for accuracy, strict adherence to applicable procedures and closure of all associated investigations prior to equipment release
- Actively participate in team and department\project meetings, and daily communication with team members and partners to bring up issues, manage requests and provide technical expertise
- Independently generate system reports (Non-Conformances, Near Miss/Accident Reports, Change Controls) as required
- Review all assigned PM/Calibration logs to ensure they are complete, accurate and that any issues / gaps are highlighted immediately to the Calibration Supervisor
- Identify, report, and seek correction for deviations noted in the workplace. Assume ownership/leadership of deviations and corrective/preventative actions.
- Assist in handling the disposal of chemicals in accordance with current EH&S requirements and internal practices
- Maintain and create CMMS (i.e. Maximo) records
- Take ownership for repairs of failed calibration equipment and ensure timely release back into use

Process\Cost Improvements:

- Provide technical guidance and maintenance insights
- Exercise individual initiative and effort to continually evaluate equipment performance, increase self-proficiency through individual study effort, and review of available technical data
- Perform regular assessment and lead\assist in implementation of innovative ways to continuously improve processes, ensure maximal equipment uptime and reduce overall calibration costs
- Identify technical risks of failure\damage within area of responsibility (i.e. Laboratory, Facility or Shop Floor) and advance as appropriate
- Identify and assists with opportunities for cross-functional team and end user training

External Vendors\Contractors:

- Ensure sourcing of calibration supplies, test equipment, scheduling and coordination\shipping with external vendors are completed in a timely manner
- Coordinate service purchase order creation activities with internal partners
- Responsible for on-site contractor safety training and adherence to safe practices

**Qualifications**:
**What we are looking for**

**Education, Experience and Skills**:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent)
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Processes and documentation
- Desired Qualifications
- Proven experience with Equipment Qualification, technical writing and use of formal troubleshooting tools.
- Able to clearly communicate technical information to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise
- Strong oral and written communication; with a strong interest in problem solving analytical equipment issues
- Good computer skills. Experience with resource planning systems (i.e. Maximo, SAP PM) and building automation software (i.e. Siemens Apogee)
- Experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook)

**What’s in it for you**
- Competitive Benefit Package
- Paid