Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Job Description

How will you make an impact:  

Lead the Facility Services team to ensure plant, property and utility systems are maintained for safety, compliance, optimum uptime and business continuity.  Schedule, and oversee 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.  

 

What will you do:   

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; ensure all personnel have been adequately trained on equipment and procedures and that proper documentation practices are followed. 

Conduct Performance Management Process (PMP) with staff. 

Coach, counsel and manage employee performance. 

Lead PPI (continuous improvement) initiatives. 

Maintain Regulatory Compliance:  

Enforce regulations to ensure “license to operate”; 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 participate 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 KPIs 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 changes, reviews drawings/documents and revises 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). 

 

How will you get here:

 

Education:  

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 facility services experience in pharmaceutical, cosmetic or food manufacturing industry - pharmaceutical experience preferred.  

Previous experience with HVAC, boilers, compressors, humidity controls and purified water systems. 

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory/leadership role. 

Experience in the use of RCFA tools such as FMEA/FMECA, Cause Mapping and Ishikawa Charts etc. preferred. 

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 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. 

   

Standards and Expectations:   

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to quality systems SOP's and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.  Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems in order to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner.  Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.  

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.

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