The Facilities Maintenance Technician I is accountable to the Facilities Supervisor for all activities involving the operation, maintenance, trouble shooting, repair, reporting, monitoring of facility systems equipment

• Operates facility systems to provide specified reliable environmental conditions and utilities to production, packaging, laboratory, warehouse and office areas.
• Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and improves all facility systems in the plant to ensure reliability and equipment works as intended.
• Carries out timely completion of all preventative maintenance work orders as assigned Analyzes & compiles trending reports and other documentation and makes recommendations for continuous improvements in areas of responsibilities to eliminate production downtime and prevent issues from recurring.
• Prepares quality systems documents when deviations occur and makes changes to the validated systems.
• Communicates with internal and external customers regarding work activities and issues that affect other areas particularly production.
• Obtains estimates & quotes from Vendors and arranges for the execution of the contracted services including necessary coordination and supervision.
• Participates in the Maintenance Shutdown activities working independently or as part of a team on Maintenance assignments.
• Plans, anticipates problems and notifies responsible individuals to reduce impact on production schedules.
• Prepares reports and updates to the Manager and Customers and participates in cost savings initiatives to reduce energy consumption in the plant.
• Responds to BAS/FMS alarms and remote notifications (RENO) and carries-out necessary corrective actions.
• Writes, evaluates and maintains facility systems documentations as required to ensure compliance with GMP guidelines, established safety standards and company goals.
• Supervises Contractors performing contract services in the plant including supporting other capital projects related to facility systems.
• Orders parts, filters and other consumables and stays within operating budget.
• Supports the validation team in carrying out validation projects related to facilities equipment.
• Provides technical expertise to facilities and other maintenance staff and outside contractors to assist them in understanding specific job requirements and in the planning for future expansion and capital projects.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance.
• 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.

• Trade certification in a recognized College.
• TSSA certified 4th Class Stationary Engineer or Refrigeration ‘B’ Operator
• Licensed millwright or refrigeration mechanic is an asset.

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. 

Internal Job Posting Grade 8B. The due date for internal applicants to apply for this role is April 9th, 2024.