Sanofi

Refrigeration Facilities Operator

Sanofi$113K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in a similar role.
  • Accredited Certificate Program (e.g., Millwright License) with a valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate mandatory.
  • Experience in HVAC and building automation systems essential.
  • Understanding of GMP regulations and facility operations.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor building automation systems for environmental control.
  • Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, HVAC, and plumbing systems promptly.
  • Follow up on preventative maintenance tasks and document findings.
  • Coordinate major repairs and minimize service interruptions.
  • Assist in the arrangement and communication with external contractors for necessary work.

Benefits

  • Full-time permanent position with stability.
  • Opportunity to work in a GMP regulated environment.
  • Engagement in Continuous Improvement projects and initiatives.
  • Participation in team-oriented workplace culture.
Full Job Description


Position title: Refrigeration Facilities Operator

Duration: Full time - Permanent

Location: Toronto, ON

Main Responsibilities:

1. Operate building systems, BAS and FMS to provide specified and reliable environmental conditions and utilities to (but not limited to) production, packaging, laboratory, warehouse and office areas. Document system conditions as assigned. Systems should be monitored and alarms/issues addressed where known.
  • Operate equipment on Building Automation Systems.
  • Maintenance and trouble shooting of equipment and systems.
  • Document and log equipment and system conditions.
  • Inform the Manager, Quality and customer of any abnormal conditions and steps taken or required to correct these conditions.

2. Monitor FMS/BAS system for proper operation of equipment/ systems. Respond or identify all GMP and business critical alarms within the required time frame. Provide support for troubleshooting issues, addressing related N/Cs and/or CAPA related documents.
  • Monitor FMS/BAS system for proper operation of equipment/ systems.
  • Respond to alarms and carry out necessary repairs/ troubleshooting to resolve alarm conditions. Coordinate with other trades, engineering and contractors if needed to resolve any alarm issues.
  • Apprize the manager, quality and customer of the troubleshooting, corrective and preventive actions taken/ needed to correct alarm conditions.
  • Update alarm tag notes in the system. Document information in the work order system.

3. Troubleshooting building systems and facilities regarding Refrigeration Systems, HVAC, Clean utilities, steam and plumbing in a professional and timely fashion as required. Where applicable (due to urgency and expertise or licensing) support in the associated repairs and re- checks. Able to do repairs as required.
  • Troubleshooting and repair of building systems and equipment.
  • Coordinate and work with other trades, engineering, contractors and stores to ensure all the work is completed in a timely fashion.
  • Perform repairs where a specialized license is not required.
  • Use drawing and manuals for trouble shooting.
  • Provide update on issues to manager, quality and customers as required.

4. Carry out or follow-up preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
  • Carry out preventive maintenance tasks and daily, weekly checks on the equipment using SAP work order system, where not restricted by regulatory licensing requirements.
  • Identify and request parts when required to perform the maintenance.
  • Ensure the area where working is left in a neat and tidy condition.
  • Monitor mechanical rooms for cleanliness and any other abnormal conditions such as leaks and carryout repairs as required.

5. Determines impact of required work, communicates and co-ordinates major repairs with other trade staff/ contractors and users to minimize service interruption. Coordinates the required scheduled and unscheduled shutdowns (facility and equipment related) and related work.
  • Coordinate major repairs/ shutdown work with planning, customer, trades and contractors to minimize service interruption.
  • Reviews major planned shutdown work orders with planner using the SAP system.
  • Coordinates with stores to ensure all necessary parts are available.
  • In coordination with planner and building managers assists to arrange external contractors for shutdown work.

6. Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Other activities as requested which may include Continuous Improvement, projects and other initiatives or tasks
  • Other duties as assigned to operate the business


About You

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma
  • Minimum four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Millwright License - Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate)
  • Minimum of four (4) years of previous relevant work experience.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate) plus a minimum of four (4) years of previous relevant work experience.
  • Preferred four (4) years Accredited Certificate Program (Valid Ontario Refrigeration Certificate along with another Ontario or interprovincial ticket or certification) plus a minimum of three (3) years of previous relevant experience.
  • HVAC
  • Mechanical/ Electrical
  • Building automation systems
  • Experience troubleshooting GMP facility equipment.
  • Experience working in GMP regulated facility and labs.


Knowledge / Skills:
  • Mechanical/ Electrical
  • Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint reading
  • Knowledge in Computer applications or systems
  • Excellent Communication Verbal/Written skills
  • Interpersonal and Team player skills


Hours Of Work:
  • Inclusive from Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm


This is subject to change at any time and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such a change to meet the requirements of the operation.

Mandatory Application Requirement: Your Workday application form must be complete, and a copy of your resume MUST be attached in the Workday application form, at the time you submit your Workday application, otherwise your application will not be considered for this position

Pay rate - $54.52 per hour

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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