Job Description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex Inc. is a proudly Canadian, global pharmaceutical company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 8,000 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex Inc. exports to more than 100 countries and territories and operates in more than 45 countries, with a significant presence in Canada, the US, Mexico, and India. Through vertical integration, Apotex is comprised of multiple divisions and affiliates including Apotex Inc., focused on generics; Apobiologix, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on biosimilar development; Aveva, an affiliate of Apotex Inc. fully integrated global developer and manufacturer of complete transdermal solutions; Apotex Consumer Products, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on brand name products; and Global Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (GAPI), a division of Apotex Inc. focused on the manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) for Apotex and third parties. For more information visit: .

Job Summary

As the Supervisor, Production Investigation, you will be responsible for supervising Project Leader, Investigators and the Deviation Investigation processes within the Manufacturing departments at the Etobicoke site. In addition, you will oversee the generation of metrics for deviations, identify trends and develop action plans to mitigate risks.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all manufacturing investigations are investigated and documented in a timely manner leading to root cause and corrective action determination which ensures compliance with site procedures and all applicable GMP's.
• Develop and implement systems for improving deviation workflow and effectiveness.
• Meet with site management on a regular basis to provide updates on the progress of manufacturing investigations, discuss trends and process flow improvements.
• Manage escalation of manufacturing deviations while mitigating risk by working with impacted departments to create an agreed upon path forward.
• Lead, oversee, or participate in cross functional projects associated with manufacturing deviation reduction initiatives.
• Coach, mentor and train employees to ensure that deviation investigations are of high quality, identify root cause and meet all GMP requirements through ongoing feedback.
• Ensure a balanced workload across your team.
• Participate and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one on ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee's progress toward achieving Objectives, offer support and remove barriers as well as communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce and encourage a high-performance culture and safe working environment.
• Utilize open, honest, two-way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners and direct leader while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
• Create a culture which values trust and provides the opportunity for employee development and growth in pursuit of our purpose and demonstrating our core Values - Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance and Passion.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a highly regulated industry in the areas of Quality, Laboratory or Production with strong compliance and project management experience.
• Experience in project management and root cause analysis tools.
• Post-secondary degree, or equivalent education.
• Excellent communication skills including demonstrated strong technical writing ability.
• Superior analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate and present trending analysis..
• Decisive decision making capacity with strong people management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Extensive knowledge of GMP requirements.
• Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with Word and Excel; SAP and Trackwise software preferred.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.

Apotex offers 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.