Packaging Technician

7 days ago

North York, Canada Apotex Full time

About Apotex Inc.

Job Summary

Packaging operations is responsible for filling and / or sealing quality pharmaceutical products in a variety of finished goods formats. Working closely with cross-functional teams, packaging operations delivers solid oral dose bottles, solid oral dose blisters, Class 3 and 4 High Potency products and suspensions.

Job Responsibilities

Safety

Comply with all aspects of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario as well as Apotex policies, and procedures
Report all safety incidents, near misses, and accidents immediately, following Safe Work Procedures (SWP’s)
Embrace a safety culture in the workplace with zero tolerance of incidents and accidents

Quality

Build highest quality into the products by performing all packaging duties according to relevant Standard Operation Documents (SOD’s)
Access the corporate official sources, such as ApoWeb, to check most updated information / documents as necessary
Exhibit Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Conduct quality checks as directed by higher level technicians, supervisors, and / or in-process Quality Assurance members (IPQA / QAIP)
Report all quality deviations immediately, following proper operation procedures
Contribute to the continuous improvements at workplace and proactively prevent quality deviations from occurring

Productivity / Equipment

Execute Packaging Orders (PO) with efficiency and effectiveness according to the company SOD’s and regulatory requirements
Operate all packaging equipment within specifications and provide accurate detail to mechanical staff regarding equipment problems
Maintain proper supplies of packaging components during the operations
Participate in the changeover process, including sanitation and set-up (assembly and disassembly), to meet and exceed established standards
Ensure the proper selection, care and use of tools, parts and equipment required for specific tasks
Communicate necessary information timely and accurately with others
Support the team to deliver the expected business results with dedication and integrity
Carry out other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
Proven ability to express oneself clearly in English (written and verbal), understand, and follow verbal and written work instructions without errors
Previous Packaging Operator experience in a GMP environment i.e. Food / Pharmaceutical industry is an asset
Proven Technical Competency
Numeric skills to understand and achieve business targets
Able to meet the standard physical demands in a manufacturing environment
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Self-Managed team player with a positive attitude exhibiting cooperation, communication, flexibility and initiative to acquire functional skills
Basic experience in the use of internet environment and MS office tools

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

Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

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