Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working at heights

Job Description

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Lead the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Services team (Millwrights and Apprentices) to ensure processing and packaging equipment is maintained for safety, compliance, optimum uptime and business continuity.  Schedule, and supervise daily, team(s) activities to ensure deadlines are being maintained.  Manage the engagement, performance and development of team members. Continuously monitor areas to ensure Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety standards are met and adhered to.  Ensure Preventative and Predictive maintenance procedures are evolved to ensure optimum effectiveness of the PM program. Participate and support regulatory inspections. 

 

Day in the Life:   

Manage Team Performance  

Communicate job expectations and lead daily team huddles to ensure On Time Delivery (OTD) and Right First Time.   

Plan, monitor and appraise job results for quality and efficiency. 

Plan and monitor team work to minimize over time. 

Prioritize unplanned & planned work with Maintenance planner. 

Verify the qualifications of personnel and recommends training as needed; ensures all personnel have been adequately trained on equipment and procedures and that proper documentation practices are followed. 

Conduct Performance Management and Development (PMD) with staff. 

Coach, counsel and manage employee performance. 

Lead PPI (continuous improvement) initiatives. 

Maintain Regulatory Compliance:  

Enforce regulations to ensure “license to operate”; ensure processing equipment and systems are kept and operated in a GMP and statutory compliant state.  

Ensure  all planned maintenance is according to the manufacturers’ recommendations and to an approved schedule. 

Adhere to all approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 

Ensure staff trained and qualified for duty.  

Prepare for and participates as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) during regulatory audits. 

Manage the investigation process and ensure deviations are properly documented. 

Ensure CAPAs, deviations and follow-up actions are completed within the required timeline. 

Ensure all reports adhere to EH&S rules and regulations and work in a safe manner. 

Participate and support regulatory inspections. 

Ensures Maximum Asset Availability and Optimization: 

Ensure quality of work and that work is completed in a safe and efficient manner. 

Ensure equipment availability and performance is adequate to ensure OTD and RFT. 

Champion proactive maintenance vs. reactive maintenance. 

Collaborate with plant or production to ensure first-line maintenance is being performed by operators where applicable. 

Review work planning and scheduling with planner, inform the maintenance planner/team leader of routine preventative maintenance requirements. 

Develop maintenance routines following the manufacturers’ recommendations. 

Review and implement improvements to existing preventive and predicative maintenance programs for optimal effectiveness. 

Recommend procedural changes and efficiency improvements for maintenance activities. 

Establish, maintain and report on critical metrics that represent the performance of the maintenance systems and assets. 

Analyze systems for energy usage and implement efficiency improvements. 

Maintain Documentation - Plant, Property and Equipment Asset  

Prepare/Revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 

Participate in the change control process.  

Follow change, review drawings/documents and revising as necessary.  

Ensure plant logs and all Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) data collected is accurate and complete. 

Schedule/monitor/coordinate project work and directs external contractors. 

Maintain Professional and Technical Knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.  

Promote a safe working environment, report potential hazards and ensure all direct reports follow Environmental Health and Safety procedures. 

Select, develop and evaluate staff to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Work with and advise staff on administrative policies and procedures. 

Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required). 

 

Keys to success:

 

Education:  

Minimum High School Diploma and Licensed tradesman in either of the following fields: Mechanical, Electrical  

Bachelor of Engineering or Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent would be an asset 

 
Experience:  

Minimum 7 years previous equipment maintenance experience in pharmaceutical, cosmetic or food manufacturing industry - pharmaceutical experience preferred.  

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory/leadership role 

Experience in operating a 24/7 operation preferred 

 
Equivalency:  

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.  

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Excellent knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).  Sound knowledge of processing and packaging systems.  Sound judgment, decision making and trouble shooting skills.  Sound knowledge of Safety standards and statutory requirements for facilities.  Excellent communication skills as well as proven interpersonal abilities.  Proficiency using Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CMMS.  Data analysis, problem definition & solving skills.  Knowledgeable in specific RCM and predictive maintenance tools (vibration analysis, thermography and infrared tools and techniques, lubrication, machinery alignment, etc.). Proficiency with the English language. 

   

Physical Requirements:

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company savings plan, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

OTHER

Relocation assistance is NOT providedMust be legally authorized to work in CanadaMust be able to pass a comprehensive background check

Compensation

The salary range estimated for this position based in Canada is $76,400.00–$114,575.00.