Production Laboratory Technician (M-F 8:30-4:30pm)

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE•Guelph, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

Technical College diploma in a related technical / biological field.
Experience in lab GMP environment.
Previous experience with Bioreactors

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in chemical, biological or, Engineering Technology is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Suggest set-up of the team’s work in daily Tier 1 based on the given production schedule
Execute production planning, reporting quality standards
Inform & escalate in case of issue or in case can’t solve/deviation
Monitor & improve his activity on continuous basis
Close & control work orders
Complete the processing, documentation and cleaning in an aseptic processing area
Work independently, complete daily tasks accurately and efficiently
Collect samples from various tanks, surfaces and environment
Perform equipment and instrument calibrations according to established procedures
Identify and report irregularities identified with any aspects of work
Review production batch records
Respect operating time yield standards
Analyze some variances and propose implementation of action plans
Set-up/write SOP’s
Apply all standards (environment, quality, safety/ HSE, aseptic, cost)
Perform In-Process Controls (IPC)
Complete and check batch reports
Raise alert in case of dangerous situations, near miss/miss, QA deviation etc
Run internal audits
Participate in writing new SOP and Batch Production Records
Ensures 5S standards are met and maintained
Follows all health and safety rules and regulations
Participate in the validation process with guidance
On the assigned workstations, ensure that CPS standards are applied
Update & monitor performance indicators on his/her line/zone, analyse gaps, propose and perform resolution actions
Propose and implement ideas for improvement (short/medium term)
Carry out process confirmation as provided by the corresponding planning function
Guarantee compliance with performance and workshop storage standards in the assigned workshops; raise alert if needed
Ensure first level of maintenance and changeovers (=clean machines and keep them in good condition), escalate if any deviation/issue
Act as a responder for incoming spill calls. Be part of the spill response team
Suggest small CAPEX investments to improve performance (below 5K€)
Actively participate in occasional site/department projects and in continuous improvement workshops
Share good practices
Train temporary workers and/or junior operators
Own personal development: know skill matrix and suggest training to supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned