Job Description

About Apotex Inc.
Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.
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Job Summary
The Student, Co-op within the Production Technical (Maintenance) Department participates in developing, planning, tracking and optimizing of preventive maintenance tasks, evaluation of production processes and equipment modifications.
Job Responsibilities

• Liase with Production Technical Supervisors, Project Leaders, Mechanical & Electrical Technicians, Production Technicians, Contractors and other internal stakeholders to analyse production systems and processes in order to make continuous improvements while focusing on Safety, Quality and Productivity.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to execute maintenance engineering project activities.
• Date mine equipment and production data using spreadsheets, databases along with other tools.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new process equipment.
• Participate in Installation Qualification and Operational Qualifications (IQOQ) for new and existing machinery and processes.
• Develop and update Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) as required.
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• 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.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a recognized post-secondary Co-op education program.
• Sucessful completion of third year in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Possesses a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player but capable of working independently on any assigned tasks.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point are essential. Familiarity with AutoCAD, MSAccess would be beneficial.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Healthcare regulatory requirements would be beneficial

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

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