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Production Operator


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General information

Reference

2023-1497  

Position description

Job Title

Production Operator

Company Details

Septodont is a leading manufacturer of dental pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The French-based company employs over 2,000+ people globally. We have six manufacturing plants in France, India, North and South America, and an international distribution network that is dedicated to serving the needs of dental professionals in more than 150 countries. Our North American operations have facilities in Ontario, Montreal, and Pennsylvania. It also has Latin American operations with facilities in Brazil and Colombia.

Our Cambridge, Ontario site is also home to our Novocol Pharma division, which focuses on contract development and manufacturing, specialized in sterile injectable cartridge and combination product manufacturing.

Our employees are our number one asset! We offer developmental opportunities, excellent compensation and benefit programs, discounted gym memberships, work/life balance programs, employee recognition, social events and spirit days.

Job Summary

The Filling Operator is accountable to the Production Supervisor for all filling activities relating to the manufacture of dental anesthetics to meet the company’s objectives and in accordance with the requirements outlined in Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturers Practices.

We have job openings for the following shift:

  • Nights - Sunday to Thursday, 10 pm to 6 am
  • Weekend Days - Friday & Monday (6 am to 2 pm), Saturday & Sunday (6 am to 6 pm)
  • Weekend Nights - Friday & Monday (10 pm to 6 am), Saturday & Sunday (6 pm to 6 am)

Please mention your shift preference in your resume.

 

 

Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs and follows proper gowning procedures and maintains gowning certification.
  • Produces safe, effective and quality products by following approved procedures.
  • Conducts filling line operations that may include:
    o Preparation of glass and components.
    o Assembling and disassembling of the filling machine.
    o Cleaning and sanitizing of machine parts, accessories and other equipment to prepare for autoclave.
    o Housekeeping of Filling room and area.
    o Load and unload steam autoclave and glass from dry-heat oven.
    o Count the components in filling room as required.
    o Assist with setup and start up, loading and transfer of components.
    o Ensure machine operates efficiently and that the finished product meets quality standards.
  • Inspects for physical defects and other quality infractions and reject defective product according to appropriate SOP’s.
  • Removes finished product from the discharge area.
  • Performs IPQC and visual check.
  • Completes Batch Record and logbooks and report any filling problems to supervisor.
  • Informs Lead Hand of any equipment or process-related issues encountered during filling.
  • Follows GMP and regulatory requirements, and ensures quality standards are met.
  • Observes and supports all safety guidelines and regulations.
  • Demonstrate the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statements, policies, and current standard business practices.
  • When assigned, inspects, labels and packages filled cartridges according to the appropriate SOP
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

  • High school diploma

 

Experience

  • A minimum of one year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment, however 2 years or more of work experience is considered an asset.
  • Pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industry experience is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated mechanical experience or mechanical aptitude.
  • Strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills
  • Ability to adapt in changing environments
  • Strong perseverance, resiliency, accountability
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and instruction
  • Computer literacy, able to operate HMI screens
  • Ability to work any shift in a 24/7 work environment.

 

What we offer

  • Excellent compensation/benefits package.
  • Attractive shift premium
  • 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.

Contract type

Permanent

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

1 - High School

Minimum level of experience required

Less than 2 years

Position location

Job location

North America, Canada, Cambridge