Senior Process Technician - Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

Eurofins•Oakville, ON

153d•CA$60,000 - CA$60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. is seeking a skilled Senior Process Technician to lead operations, mentor team members, and ensure flawless execution in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment. This role involves executing and troubleshooting complex chemical processing operations, working independently, and leading shifts in the absence of a Team Leader. The Senior Process Technician will also mentor junior technicians, collaborate with Team Leaders on daily activities and work quality, and support maintenance and process improvement initiatives. Ensuring compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety standards, and accurate documentation is crucial. This position offers an opportunity to expand expertise in complex operations within a dynamic pharmaceutical setting, gain hands-on experience with advanced processes, and be part of a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Minimum of a College Diploma or Degree
2+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing facility with preference for cGMP experience
Experience handling hazardous chemicals
Experience working with API or formulation pharmaceutical processing equipment, or related experience in food, cosmetics or specialty chemicals
Experience working with computerized chemical processing equipment
Proficient written and verbal English communication skills
Capable of multi-tasking
Capable of sound decision-making
Solid understanding of cGMP principles with prior QA/compliance experience being a definite asset
Good interpersonal skills
Good time management skills
Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Experience with shift work: 8 hour - 24/5 and/or 12 hour - 24/7 (Continental shift schedule)

Responsibilities

Execute and troubleshoot complex chemical processing operations, including filtrations, distillations, hydrogenations, chromatography, and specialized tasks like pyrophoric material handling.
Work independently and lead the shift in the absence of the Team Leader.
Mentor and train junior technicians, ensuring tasks are completed “right the first time.”
Collaborate with Team Leaders to assign daily activities and review work quality.
Support preventive maintenance, plant utilities troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety standards, and accurate documentation practices.