Technician, Production Mechanical

Our Client is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients worldwide. 

We are seeking a Technician, Mechanical TS7 acts as a leading member of a team, working with other members in an attempt to
reduce or eliminate non-value-added activities or costs while maintaining or improving quality, productivity, and timeliness throughout the project(s) being managed.

The Technician, Mechanical TS7 acts as a trainer to assist junior technicians to maintain, troubleshoot, set-up, plan, install and rebuild production and associated machinery.

• Shift: 12 hours rotating shift 
• Working location: Richmond Hill, ON
• On-site, Full-time position
• Competitive salary with a great benefit package

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Technical Coordinators, to ensure adequate level of resource and help coordinate maintenance activities.
• Assist Production Technical Coordinators in resolving technical service issues with internal customers, such as Operations, Quality, Engineering, etc., and formulates recommendations to resolve matters which are beyond existing SOPs.
• Act as mentor/teacher to junior mechanics in training, troubleshooting, repair and rebuild of production and associated machinery.
• Ensure that all work is performed in a full compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP’s), SOP’s and in accordance with established Safety Standards.
• Recommend changes to designs, drawings and modifications of equipment or parts as required in conjunctionwith engineering and maintenance.
• Keep abreast of all changes and advances in company policies and new technology.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of equipment enabling you to be a subject matter expert for the purpose of investigations, audits, training, or otherwise as required.
• There may be the occasional requirement for some situational leadership opportunities for projects or troubleshooting exercises, as required.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 2 or 3 year College diploma in a technical program such as Electromechanical technician, Industrial
  Maintenance Mechanic etc. strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanics and machine shop practices.
• In-depth knowledge of Electrical, Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
• Knowledge of GMP, as related to pharmaceuticals.
• Knowledge of Quick Change Over Techniques and PLC would be an asset.
• Able to train and pass on knowledge to junior technicians.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work any shift, including evenings and weekends.
• Minimum 10 Year’s experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical or consumer goods industry
• Licensed in one or more of the following trades, Industrial Mechanical, Machinist, Tool and Die, Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanical Controls, or other technical certification

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We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.