The Maintenance Electrician is accountable to the Maintenance Supervisor for all activities involving the electrical operation, maintenance and repair of production/manufacturing equipment as well as plant computerized building automation systems, electrical systems and building equipment.

• Troubleshoots, maintains, adjusts, repairs all types of low-voltage (≤ than 600V) electrical production /manufacturing equipment of various complexity and automation, including PLCs, servo drives and servo/ motion controllers, encoders, computerized production systems, interlocked safety circuitry, etc.
• Troubleshoots, maintain, adjust, repair, all types of low-voltage (≤ than 600V) electrical building equipment and systems having complex interlocking or inter-related circuits (i.e. generators, transformers, switchgear, controllers, VFD’s, electronic circuits, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems or other transmission equipment)
• Uses various test instruments to diagnose problems, determine electrical load and power quality
• Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains electro-pneumatic HVAC and process control systems
• Updates current electrical drawings for facility and production/manufacturing equipment
• Coordinates completion of electrical equipment/machinery changes/modifications as a result of electrical safety authority or Pre-Start-Review inspector recommendations.
• Coordinates and execute electrical Preventative Maintenance activities related to facility and production/manufacturing equipment
• Participates in the Maintenance Shutdown activities working independently or as part of a team on Maintenance assignments.
• Works with users, other maintenance staff and vendors to provide electrical and automation expertise. Evaluate effectiveness of these systems in order to ensure that safe, efficient and reliable operation of Septodont facilities and production/manufacturing equipment and for continuous improvements
• Arranges for contracted services as required and supervises all work on electrical and automation systems
• Recognizes and/or anticipates problems, and takes necessary actions and/or notifies responsible individuals to reduce impact on production schedules
• Assures that all electrical and automation work is completed according to respective codes
• Writes, evaluates and maintains electrical and automation Standard Operating Procedures as required to ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines, established safety standards and company goals
• Spearheads continuous improvement in the electrical systems
• Supports the maintenance department in preventive maintenance of plant and production/manufacturing equipment. As well as emergency maintenance of plant and production/manufacturing equipment when scheduled to be on-call
• Supports the validation department in validation projects
• Supports the Engineering department in completion of electrical work required for new equipment installation and commissioning.
• Observes and supports all safety guidelines and regulations.
• Demonstrates the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statements, policies, and current standard business practices.
• Follows GMP and regulatory requirements and ensures quality standards are met.
• Performs other related duties as required

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Shift - Weekend Nights

Education

• Post secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution is required. Must have an Ontario Industrial Electrician and/or Construction and Maintenance Electrical License

Experience

• Expert knowledge in maintaining electrical systems within a manufacturing environment, including building and production/manufacturing systems
• Advanced knowledge in Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC’s, servo/motion controllers, VFD’s – considered an asset
• Understanding of electrical utility systems for facilities as well as production/manufacturing equipment, including instrumentation and field control devices.
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical and control drawings / schematics
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of GMP and other related regulations.
• Safety focused with knowledge of safety regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure under tight timeframes.
• Effective organizational, time management and detail-orientation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proven analytical, trouble shooting and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Flexible when it comes to shift work.

What we offer

• Excellent compensation/benefits package.
• Bonus and reward programs
• Discounted gym memberships
• Programs supporting work life balance
• Employee recognition program
• Professional and personal development programs
• Social events and spirit days

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Recruitment Fraud – please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site.  In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com)  to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.