Manufacturing Team Leads

At BIOVECTRA, we are passionate about improving patient care by making better therapeutics as a contract drug manufacturing organization (CDMO) that supports the top pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the world. Be part of a team with a global reach that also has a great community vibe. We care about each other and live our values of teamwork, respect, professionalism, and quality. Diversity is one of our strengths as we strive to offer a welcoming and inclusive environment.

BIOVECTRA Inc. has two openings for a Manufacturing Team Lead. This is a full-time position located in Windsor, Nova Scotia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing hands on supervision to a chemical processing team and activities occurring on a rotating shift basis.
• Controlling, monitoring, understanding and troubleshooting all processes and equipment from start-up to shut-down.
• Shutting down, isolating and preparing process units and equipment.
• Ensuring all production steps are performed safely according to written procedures and in a timely and efficient manner.
• Following the production schedule and providing feedback to management where needed.
• Ensuring safety audits and programs are being followed by actively participating in the safety program, performing safety audits, and providing emergency response when required.
• Actively participating in BioVectra's quality systems, focusing on the production batch records and operator training program, including operator development.
• Assisting in SCM goals to manage FIFO and staging requirements for all jobs undertaken in the processing areas.
• Assisting in the management of waste movement within the facility.

What you Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor of Science degree or a college diploma in chemical, environmental, mechanical or industrial technology or equivalent work experience in the chemical/pharmaceutical processing industry.
• Good understanding of basic chemical and chemical engineering principles. Will be required to certify as a chemical process operator.
• Training in TDG, WHMIS and First Aid would be considered an asset.
• Exceptional supervisory, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong written, oral communication and computer skills.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts in a 24 hour/day operation.

Note: Employees are eligible to apply for internal positions once they have completed a minimum of one year of service in their current position.

BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the "Apply Now" button below.