Equipment Specialist

Sanofi • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. Sanofi's global vaccines business unit partners with the public health, medical and scientific communities to improve access to life-protecting vaccines and increase vaccination coverage, while striving to develop new and improved vaccines to enhance health and well-being. At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We believe our cutting-edge science and manufacturing, fueled by data and digital technologies, have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years College Diploma (Engineering, Science, Biotechnology or related).
• Minimum of eighteen (18) months of previous relevant work experience.
• Sound knowledge of Upstream, Downstream and MWS equipment and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of cGMP.
• Broad-based knowledge.
• Computer skills.
• Communication.
• Interpersonal & teamwork skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Proven problem solving/judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred three (3) years College Diploma (Engineering, Science, Biotechnology or Equivalent) plus a minimum of two (2) years of previous relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities and ensure smooth day-to-day operations: Ensures smooth operation of influenza manufacturing processes.
• Reviews documentation for completion and accuracy as per cGMP guidelines (i.e. eLogbooks, eBRs, monitoring charts, etc.)
• Perform cleaning and ensure that clean rooms, equipment, and production instruments are maintained in good condition to maintain quality compliance requirements.
• Order and ensure adequate chemicals, materials, and spare parts are available for routine operations.
• Train and ensure operational staff comply to cGMP, HSE, and Quality requirements.
• Participate in daily +QDCI (or equivalent)
• Co-ordinate with units within department (MWS, downstream), other outside departments (Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, QC, QO, etc.) and external vendors to ensure timely completion of production support activities.
• Set-up and troubleshoot production equipment to maintain adherence to production schedule: Works to prepare assigned areas for the oncoming shifts and resolves production issues.
• Sets-up production lines prior to start-up of each batch.
• Ability to troubleshoot quickly upon startup of production equipment to rectify or propose timely solution to keep production on schedule.
• Perform minor repairs / part replacements on production machines and/or equipment when a malfunction has been detected.
• Observe in detail and report any process deficiencies, perform visual inspection of equipment for impurity and damage before and after cleaning.
• For unplanned work communicate with TS Maintenance and create notifications in SAP for Maintenance work orders (or any relevant system).
• Ensures the completion of cleaning and sanitation post-troubleshooting activities, as required.
• Perform Autonomous Maintenance on production equipment: Performs SAP shop floor operational equipment preventive maintenance activities and makes repairs to production equipment or other area equipment as per procedures.
• Maintain all production equipment by complying with operations preventative maintenance and some calibration schedules.
• Order from maintained inventory of spare parts and consumables required for maintenance activities.
• Perform visual inspection of equipment for contamination and damage after maintenance activities.
• Support planned maintenance activities & perform post-inspection test for proper equipment functionality.
• Ensure maintenance activities are performed in an ergonomic way, escalate any potential hazards, and help develop proposed solutions.
• Support utility sampling and environmental monitoring as required and ensure the completion as adhered to schedule.
• Perform administrative activities for Manufacturing operations: Complete quality documentation (eBRs, eLogbooks, Training Matrix, SAP or equivalent work orders etc.) accurately in a timely manner.
• Create Notifications for Maintenance SAP (or relevant system) work orders, for future planned work.
• Assist with deviation investigations and implementation of CAPAs.
• Request materials from MWS and ensure timely receipt for Upstream and Downstream operations.
• Ensure transactions are done in a timely, accurate manner.
• Ensure all data input is completed accurately and in timely manner.
• Trains and orients new team members as assigned in multiple areas.
• Participate in continuous process and equipment improvement and maintain cGMP compliance: Assist with implementation of facility, equipment, and process improvement projects.
• Perform activities for qualification and validation as required.
• Assist with updating procedures and corresponding documentation (i.e., SOPs, SWIs, vendor documents, equipment documents etc.) for improving processes in accordance with change control policies.
• Ensure production area is kept in a tidy, GMP manner by implementing lean methodologies.
• Ensure production areas are inspection ready at all times.
• Support internal/external audits & inspections.
• Propose improvement ideas for equipment and processes based on technical knowledge.
• Oversee Health & Safety activities in GMP environment: Ensure routine HSE checks and inspections are completed in timely manner.
• Ensure equipment is operated and maintenance activities are performed as per HSE guidelines.
• Support culture of HSE in department and support HSE initiatives.
• Ensure operators are equipped and use proper PPE when performing tasks.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals and equipment are stored and used as per HSE requirements and has SDS available.
• Follow and adhere to equipment Lockout/ Tagout and De-energizing procedures when required.

Benefits

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree