Supervisor Calibration & Automation
Mississauga - Canada
Job Summary
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 Laboratory Setting Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery) No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided Office Rapid flashing lights Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.) Strong Odors (chemical lubricants biological products etc.) Warehouse Will work with hazardous/toxic materials Working at heightsJob Description
Our Mississauga facility covers all phases of drug product development fromearly-phase formulation development to clinical trial materialtocommercial supplyin the same plant using scalable equipment for non-GMP and GMP work.
Discover Impactful Work:
Lead the Calibration & Automation team to maintain critical instrumentation precision scales and process equipment controls for safety compliance uptime and business continuity. Supervise daily activities support GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance and drive continuous improvement.
Day in the Life:
- Coach develop and manage team performance.
- Lead daily huddles assign priorities and ensure calibration deadlines are met.
- Support staffing overtime control and continuous improvement.
- Maintain Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure GMP 21 CFR Part 11 SOP validation and data integrity compliance for process equipment controls.
- Support audits and inspections and manage deviations CAPAs and investigations.
- Ensure staff are trained qualified and working safely.
- Ensure Maximum Asset Availability and System Reliability
- Maintain calibration preventive maintenance and process equipment control programs.
- Review work plans with maintenance planning and support operator basic care where applicable.
- Track key metrics and implement improvements to availability and reliability.
- Maintain Documentation - Plant Property and Equipment Asset
- Update calibration procedures work instructions drawings logs and CMMS records.
- Manage change control and coordinate project work and contractors.
- Provide technical leadership and support training and troubleshooting.
Key to Success:
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent required; licensed tradesperson in Electrical (309A or 442A) Instrumentation (447A) Mechanical (433A) or related discipline required.
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field would be an asset.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years relevant experience in instrumentation automation calibration or electrical/equipment maintenance.
- Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
- GMP experience preferred; pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing experience an asset.
- Experience with change control and contractor/vendor management required.
- Experience with process equipment control modifications is an asset.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Expertise in scale calibration and instrumentation calibration principles metrology and measurement uncertainty.
- Proficiency with process equipment PLC HMI and VFD systems; understanding of industrial automation controls and communication protocols.
- Demonstrated experience with 21 CFR Part 11 validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) CMMS and documentation control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics P&IDs loop diagrams technical drawings and process equipment control narratives.
- Strong leadership project management problem-solving communication and safety skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work day shift on-site with rotating or off-shift support as required.
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.
Excellent Benefits
Medical Dental & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER
Relocation assistance is NOT provided
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada now or in the future without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $76400.00$114575.00.Required Experience:
Manager
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