Electrical Technician (442)

Apotex

$62K — $104K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Industrial Electrician Licence or Construction Maintenance Licence; current Master's Electrical License is a plus.
  • Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Technologist.
  • Experience with PLCs and PCs, preferably Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
  • Good familiarity with PC hardware and software; A+ Certification is an asset.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
  • Proactive, self-motivated individual willing to enhance skills.
  • Ability to work various shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain predictive and preventative maintenance programs for compliance with SISPQ.
  • Execute production maintenance projects, including electrical upgrades.
  • Install, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment for production systems.
  • Use electrical testing equipment to troubleshoot problems effectively.
  • Educate and train staff on equipment operations to ensure longevity.
  • Actively communicate and document issues with peers and vendors.
  • Collaborate within teams to contribute positively to business improvement efforts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting personal and professional growth.
  • Bonus programs based on performance.
  • Pension plan for retirement savings.
  • Learning and development opportunities available.
  • Commitment to an inclusive and accessible work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Technician, Electrical role is a key production function, specializing in electrical troubleshooting, repairs, preventative maintenance, calibrations and GMP activities to ensure SISPQ and machine integrity. This role requires technical expertise in order to help train and teach proper operations procedures to ensure the longevity of the equipment and improve reliability through production project and maintenance activities.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Develop, implement and maintain predictive and preventative maintenance programs and/or calibration programs on material handling/production/process/development equipment ensuring compliance with SISPQ.
  2. Initiate and execute production maintenance projects (execute OQ's, electrical upgrades & improvements) to completion.
  3. Install, repair and maintain electrical, electronic equipment, instrumentation as well as computerised systems (HMI, PC's, vision systems & network troubleshooting) related to production machinery and systems. Must be able to perform work to CSA and ESA standards.
  4. Capable of using electrical testing equipment to diagnose problems.
  5. Understand and practice proactive maintenance and contribute in correcting problems before they become downtime issues.
  6. Supply training and coaching on equipment when necessary. Able to travel for training if necessary.
  7. Take ownership and accountability for issues, working proactively to resolve. Work efficiently to maximize department goals of minimizing equipment downtime.
  8. Ensure issues, follow-up actions and /or resolutions are clearly communicated to peers, vendors, customers and supervisors. This information should be transferred at shift overlaps as well as during the shift.
  9. Be a team player, a positive contributor; be open to suggesting and implementing ideas to better the business.
  10. Assist with mechanical repairs as needed.
  11. Effectively use SAP maintenance module to search history, create work orders and find parts and ensure supporting documentation is prepared.
  12. Able to create and modify drawings, P&ID's and schematics when required.
  13. Prepare and update standard operating procedures (SOP's) and standard documents (SD's).
  14. Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
  15. Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
  16. Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
  17. All other relevant duties as assigned.


Job Requirements

  • Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & Experience
  • Industrial Electrician Licence or Construction Maintenance Licence with suitable experience will be considered. Current Master's Electrical License will be an asset.
  • Electrical/Electronics Technologist diploma.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with PLC's, PC's ideal (AB, Siemens)
  • Experience in food/pharmaceutical environment preferable but not required.
  • Good knowledge of PC hardware and software. Able to use Word, Excel, MS Project, etc. A+ Certification will be an asset.
  • Strong communication, organisational and planning skills.
  • Proactive and self motivated.
  • Willing to participate in skill enhancement programs.
  • Ability to work any shift including weekends as required.


The hiring range for this position is $62,854 - $104,757 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.
The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

Apotex will use artificial intelligence to screen, select and/or assess your application for this job.

This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.

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