Project Leader, Production

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide with a broad portfolio of generic biosimilar innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto with regional offices globally including in the United States Mexico and India we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit:.

Job Summary

The Production Project Leader will independently lead continuous process improvement initiatives to improve production safety quality capacity reliability cost per 1000 dosages customer service and regulatory compliance. Represents Production on teams and forums where Production process and technical knowledge is required. Acting as a leading member of a team the Project Leader works with others to improve quality productivity and timeliness of the projects being managed with the end goal being reduction or eliminate of non-value-added activities or costs.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Technicians and the Production Technical team in analyzing production processes and equipment to make continuous improvements focusing on Safety Quality and Productivity.
• Manage resources (including Coop students) to complete projects on schedule and create contingency plans to ensure minimal production impact.
• Liaise regularly with Production Operations Engineering Quality Assurance and SHE group to coordinate project activities to provide technical advice leadership and updates on project status to implement initiatives in meeting business needs.
• Lead investigations for deviations in the Solid Dose areas relating to equipment process and product failures. Recognize critical path for investigations leading to timely identification of root cause corrective and preventative actions. Recommend solutions for improvements in production processes reliability and compliance to Production Operations Engineering and Quality Assurance. Review all investigation reports for completeness and accuracy prior to approval by Decision Making Committee.
• In cooperation with the other Apotex project leadership team members ensure that all systems are in place to ensure due diligence in design and construction procurement/execution and project cost and schedule controls.
• Generate maintenance and operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required.
• Act as a Coach for one or more Production technician team providing strong leadership by motivating team members and fostering an environment of personal development involvement and participation.
• Act as a specialized manufacturing resource (Subject matter Expert) to management in the resolution of complex issues.
• Ensure that all work is performed in full compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) SOPs and in accordance with established Safety Standards
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning or production equipment including completing equipment installation and operational qualifications (IQ/OQs) for new and existing equipment as required
• Identify and coordinate technical production training requirements for equipment
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration Courage Perseverance and Passion.
• Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program Global Quality policies and procedures Safety and Environment policies and HR policies.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• Post-secondary degree in Engineering Sciences and project management experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work within a team environment (as part of a team) as demonstrated through previous work experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven customer service skills
• Proven strong organizational time management and project management skills. Demonstrated experience in coordinating project activities
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

Experience

• 3-5 years demonstrated leadership experience particularly in the areas of achieving outcomes through others developing and maintaining positive working relationships clarifying expectations and seeking understanding and taking ownership and accountability for own performance

At Apotex we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment where all everyone feels valued respected and supported to succeed.

We offer 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.

At Apotex we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing please advise us if you require accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $72284.85 - $101198.79 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

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Employment Type : Contract
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 72284 - 101198