Set Up Technician - Afternoon Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Whitby, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate, set up and maintain packaging equipment while packaging semi-finished bulk into finished product form. This includes: documentation requirements, cleaning, training, mechanical support, leading projects, support department initiatives while supporting the needs of the Operations group in the area of material coordination, compliance, security and safety.

Requirements

High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required
Minimum 2 years of experience in set-up and tear-down of packaging equipment.
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Mechanical proficiency.
Strong Mathematical skills.
Ability to work at line speed and with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Proficiency with the English Language.
Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives.
Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.
Effectively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.).
Be client and patient conscious at all times.
Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving.
Model positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working.
Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures.
Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner.
Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.
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.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) a definite asset.
Previous WHMIS training an asset.
Previous fork lift training an asset.

Responsibilities

Oversee all functions related to the Packaging Lines, including operating and training instructions to new and temporary staff.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Operate equipment, verify component usage.
Inspect finished product.
Perform all associated Packaging tasks as required.
Complete required documentation while meeting compliance requirements.
Support department initiatives including equipment set-up, teardown and minor troubleshooting.
Assembly and disassembly of equipment during and after production runs.
Complete necessary inspections and reconcile material usage including transporting approved materials to and from the Production line.
Accurately complete batch documents and audit documentation process including batch entries, checks, labour reporting, and downtime.
Ensure control and handling of labels to meet c Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines.
Receive and storage of labels including all related tracking functions.
Provide support in monitoring performance measures and notify management of potential quality or regulatory issues that may affect product quality or regulatory issues.
Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
Perform alternating or rotating shift work.