Job Description

Reference No. R2724377

Position Title: Advanced Technician

Duration: Fixed-Term Contract End Date: December 13, 2024,

Department: cP Upstream Team 1

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Sanofi Vaccines

Sanofi\'s global vaccines business unit partners with the public health, medical and scientific communities to improve access to life-protecting vaccines and increase vaccination coverage, while striving to develop new and improved vaccines to enhance health and well-being.

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people\xe2\x80\x99s lives. We believe our cutting-edge science and manufacturing, fueled by data and digital technologies, have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

Major Activities of the Job:

Administration of Upstream production activities:

Participate in daily meetings and report findings to management.

Ensure all documents (BPR, logbook) are properly recorded concurrently.

Health, Safety, Environment:

Wear proper PPE when performing tasks.

Drive culture of HSE in department.

Escalate any potential hazards. Help develop proposed solutions.

Participate in HSE checks and inspections.

Follow safety procedures.

Fermentation and harvest of B.pertussis for cP antigens production:

Microbiology manipulations in a BioContainment Cabinet (BCC)

Preparation and operation of seed and intermediate fermenters

Preparation and operation of production fermenters

Operation of a centrifuge to harvest the fermentations.

Preparation and operation of Microfilters and Ultrafilters

Ensure area is inspection ready. Knowledgeable to guide inspectors.

Assist in problem solving and troubleshooting.

Lift heavy parts, push tanks, lift cans.

Administration of Data Information for cP Production:

Complete SAP transactions on a timely, accurate manner.

Perform Pharm Net Web activities.

Enter all data in a timely, accurately manner, such as Shop Floor Data, LIMs, Master, Change Request Forms

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Process improvement and development:

Execute protocols.

Assist in updating SOPs and BPRs.

Housekeeping:

Participate in keeping the production area tidy, in a GMP manner, following 5S guideline (sort, straighten, shine, standardize, sustain).

Disinfect area as required in SOP.

Assist to ensure loading dock and hallways are clean and unobstructed by moving materials or equipment, garbage is discarded daily to designated area outside production.

Assist to ensure office area is kept in a tidy, clean manner.

Supply airlock with gowning materials.

Animate visual management tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum three (3) years Community College Diploma (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioengineering) plus\xe2\x80\x8b a minimum of two (2) years of previous relevant work experience.

Preferred three (3) years bachelor\'s degree (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioengineering), plus a minimum of 18 months previous relevant work experience.

Sound Knowledge of Microbiology.

Sound knowledge of Fermentation.

Basic mechanical skill and knowledge

Aseptic Techniques.

Mathematics, Chemistry.

cGMP

cGLP

Computer Skills, Communication, Stress and Time Management, Initiative, Problem solving, troubleshooting. \xe2\x80\x8b\xe2\x80\x8b

Hours Of Work:

Inclusive from \xe2\x80\x8bMonday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. \xe2\x80\x93 2:00 p.m.

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

Pursue Progress.

Discover Extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn\xe2\x80\x99t happen without people \xe2\x80\x93 people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let\xe2\x80\x99s be those people.

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Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

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