Downstream Manager - Night Shift

Location: Toronto, ON

Duration: Fixed term, 24 months

About the job

The B200 Downstream Operations Manager is responsible for the Downstream manufacturing operations in compliance with cGMP. The manager is responsible for the daily acitivities of unionized staff in a cGMP facility in compliance with company policies. This includes responsibility for the scheduling and execution of all operations with GMP documentation. This also includes active involvement in B200 project activities from design, and through all stages to commercial production.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Technical 10%

• Provide troubleshooting and problem-solving guidance for daily manufacturing issues, and implement preventative/corrective actions
• Participate and support the ongoing usage of digital technology (e.g. electronic batch record and e-logbooks) into manufacturing process in the new facility to reduce costs and to improve quality, efficiency and delivery

2. Planning and Execution 40%

• Develop and execute production schedules for full scale manufacturing, ensure that production activities are executed as per defined schedules
• Lead operations team execution on the shop floor for equipment, processes, and facilities. Monitor and communicate team performance with respect to deliverables using visible metrics and SMS tools
• Support execution of operating budget and staffing for operations and related continuous improvement activities
• Develop communication approach for Operations topics to ensure milestones are met (escalation, cascading)

3. cGMP Compliance & Quality 20%

• In collaboration with QA, ensure compliance with GMP requirements, develop quality continuous improvement initiatives, develop staff quality culture, and GMP knowledge.
• Ensure that all Operating Procedures, training plans, and manufacturing documentation are current, developed in adherence to global and site policies, and completed in a timely manner.
• Through appropriate shop floor oversight, ensure that facilities & equipment are compliant, and that process and environmental deviations are addressed in an expedited and compliant manner to meet requirements for the batch release schedule.
• Support internal and external regulatory audits/inspections and coordinate appropriate responses and CAPAs

4. People and Development 15%

• Organize and develop staff to ensure a high performing team. Provide individual feedback on staff objectives and development, coaching each team member on personal development milestones.
• Contribute to the B200 Operations management team, communicate and co-operate cross-functionally to achieve project and operational goals.
• Hire and on-board new employees, manage team attendance and performance.
• Develop and oversee technical training plan to ensure training compliance for all shop floor staff

5. Continuous Improvement 10%

• Implement lean management systems and continuous improvement of processes established under SMS.
• Challenge status quo; identify and lead initiatives to increase process efficiency, quality and/or yield. Implement solutions or changes via change control, plan and manage facility and organization improvements
• Provide metrics and other reports as requested, including the scheduling of PM plans, spare parts, BOMs

6. Safety 5%

• Ensure that employees work within the policies, procedures and regulations including responding promptly to all health and safety concerns or incidents; reportable incidents and accidents are reported; potential safety and health hazards are identified and known by staff and protective equipment are identified and used; continuous HSE awareness and improvement by integrating team with site and IA initiatives
• Cooperation with and assistance to the HSE management and Joint Health and Safety Committee in carrying out their functions
• Ensure complete and comprehensive safety training of staff
• Must have full understanding of all Hazard and Operability Analysis (HAZOP) and awareness of all Hazard Identification (HAZID) pertaining to Operations equipment and processes

Scope and dimensions

• This is an night shift role (10PM - 6AM (+1))
• Shift size : 4-5 Union staff
• Oversee Downstream operations in Building 200 and provide support to Upstream operations/ Buffer & Logistics when required
• Develop and ensure consistency of communication across shifts

About You
Education and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor's in science /engineering with 3-5 years of experience in pharmaceutical production with people management responsibility
• Experienced with Manufacturing Automation (ex. DeltaV) and electronic batch records will be an asset

Competencies (Play-to-Win model) - key competencies the job holder will be evaluated on:

• Aim Higher
• Be Bold
• Act for patients
• Lead Together

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs.

This position is for a new vacant role that is now open for applications.

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence" refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company's Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada's Privacy Officer via Sanofi's data subject request portal, Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

The salary range for this position is:
76,200.00 - 110,100.00
Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefits programs, and additional benefits information can be found through the (CA)LINKOR (US) LINK.

La fourchette salariale pour ce poste est la suivante:
76,200.00 - 110,100.00
La rémunération finale sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée, des compétences, du lieu de travail et d'autres facteurs pertinents. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise, et des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées via le lien