Non-Sterile Batcher (Afternoon Shift) Monday-Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Job Title: Non-Sterile Batcher
Location: Cambridge, ON (On-Site)
Position Type: Full-time regular

Shift: Afternoon Shift, Monday - Friday (3:00PM - 11:30PM)
Vacancy Status: This role is currently vacant
AI Disclosure in Hiring: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Non-Sterile Batching Operator manufactures quality pharmaceutical products by following all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Master Batch Records (MBR), and Health and Safety requirements in compliance with cGMP.

We are currently hiring for the following shifts

• Afternoon Shift - 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Compensation:  $29.76/ hour. After completion of probation: $30.20/Hour

Job Duties

• Ensures that all work is carried out in compliance with company Safety Policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Wears proper personal protective equipment and follows aseptic procedures when gowning, degowning and working in the sterile and controlled areas
• Reports any accidents, incidents and injuries or illnesses immediately and notifies manager of any hazards, unsafe acts or conditions in the workplace
• Prepares for production run by reviewing the production schedule; identifying batch specific requirements; weighing and measuring ingredients and adding to mixing equipment.
• Completes all necessary cleaning and preventative maintenance checks on equipment before production
• Operates and monitors batching equipment; observing and recording varying conditions; adjusting equipment and controls; conducting dilutions and yield calculations and following all relevant procedures.
• Troubleshoots breakdowns and works closely with maintenance to resolve issues
• Documents all activities as they occur in log books and Production dockets as required. Maintains cleaning logs per SOP requirements
• Updates job knowledge by participating in training opportunities. Takes ownership for individual training plan
• Assists with the training of new operators as required
• Other duties as assigned (could be assigned to packaging or non-sterile machine operator duties)
  

Technical/Physical & Behavioral Abilities

• 2 – 4 years experience batching in a GMP pharmaceutical packaging & manufacturing facility preferred
• High School Diploma required
• College Diploma in Sciences or BSc an asset
• Excellent math skills to perform calculations using simple mathematical formulas using fractions, percentages and significant numbers. 
• Good command of the English language. Must be able to read, understand, follow and comply with technical and written documents and processing instructions as well as clearly and accurately document all required information into batch documents.
• Mechanical aptitude required in order to operate pumps, scales, PLC’s and PH meters
• Must be able to work around chemicals such as acids, bases, oxidizers and cleaning solvents while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Physical requirements include stooping, bending, standing, climbing and lifting of between 20 kg – 30kg. 
• Must be able to work while wearing full protective gowning for entire shift.
• High integrity, flexibility in working overtime, responsible, reliable, with good attention to details, good problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively independently and part of a team
  

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Defined Contribution Pension plan with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program

Bimeda is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a century’s experience in providing science-driven solutions to optimize the health, wellbeing and productivity of the world’s animals. Bimeda’s nine manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative, curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables, vaccinations, nutritional boluses, feed additives, tablets, water-soluble powders, pastes and non-sterile liquids. Globally, the company focuses on the development, manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda-branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry.

At Bimeda we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

The job posting is available in an accessible format upon request by contacting the Human Resources Manager

More info at www.bimedacareers.com