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SalaryThe Biologics Manufacturing Center (BMC) inc. is a new bio-manufacturing facility whose construction was completed in June 2021. As a not-for-profit organization having a public interest mandate, BMC is a key player in Canada's ability to respond rapidly to future national and global health emergencies. In addition, BMC supports projects of public interest, actively contributes to the overall growth and resilience of the Canadian life sciences industry and fosters industry development and innovation through Canadian production. Designed to manufacture biopharmaceuticals such as viral vector, protein subunit and virus-like particle vaccines, as well as other biologics, BMC is helping to increase domestic biomanufacturing capacity, ensuring that vaccines and other biologics can be made safely in Canada, for Canadians. With its committed and innovative employees, BMC fosters a culture of agility and transparency with a collaborative, results-oriented approach. Join us in supporting the public health of Canadians!
We are looking for a Specialist, automation who will be responsible for the starting up, maintenance and operation of the BMC’s production and packaging equipment and automated utility systems. He/she ensures data integrity and equipment connection to the network, active directory and Historian. He/she provides support and technical assistance to Engineering for the purchase of equipment and the development of efficient work tools for production. He/she also supports the maintenance team (troubleshooting) and the validation team (protocol execution).
Reporting to the Director, information technologies and automation, the Specialist, automation will have the following responsabilities :
- Provide technical support in the selection, purchase, installation, qualification and commissioning of automated equipment and systems.
- Assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
- Carry out automation and instrumentation projects and participate in the validation of equipment and systems as required.
- Participate in verifying and improving equipment performance and reliability, and in diagnosing problems on production systems. Participate as required in the maintenance and calibration of instruments and equipment.
- Manage user access to programable controllers installed on equipment and ensure data integrity.
- Monitor and coordinate subcontractors performing tasks on various equipment, as required.
- Write, revise and complete quality documents related to equipment. Complete change control forms and other documents prior to equipment modifications and ensure that documentation is up to date.
- Provide automation expertise for BMC technical facilities, equipment and systems.
- Provide technical expertise in production to improve compliance, health & safety and efficiency. Support operators in training and understanding automated equipment.
- Participate in the resolution of equipment problems impacting product quality and/or operational issues by actively participating in investigations, deviations or others.
- Participate in the planning and coordination of shutdowns and subsequent restarts.
You are the person we are looking for if:
- You have at least a college diploma in automation or engineering; a university degree in engineering would be an asset.
- You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in an automation position in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) environement in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
- You have knowledge of robotics and electricity, preventive maintenance software as well as investigation, deviation, change control and CAPA processes, and you are familiar with PLC and HMI programming.
- You have the ability to technically interpret and understand engineering drawings, industry standards and various procedures and guides.
- Experience in biomanufacturing and plant start-up as well as knowledge of programable controllers will be an asset.
- You have an analytical mind, good judgment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- You are quality-oriented, a good team player with good interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, autonomous and able to manage priorities.
What we offer:
- A respectful and friendly work environment in a new facility with state-of-the-art equipment;
- A competitive salary commensurate with your skills;
- Attractive time off allowances;
- A complete range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, group RRSP and EAP;
- On-site parking.
