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Production Technician

Charlottetown, PE
On-site
Posted Sep 9, 2026
1 position

$17–$30 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Operate, monitor, and maintain pharmaceutical processing equipment while executing production processes in compliance with GMP and GDP standards. Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting to ensure production efficiency and meet departmental goals.

Job details

Job Description BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies. BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics. The Production Technician responsibilities will include: Rotating Shift work. 12 hour shifts, two weeks of days followed by two weeks of nights. Operate, monitor, adjust and maintain pharmaceutical processing units and equipment in the manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and/or Fermentation products. Executing both routine and complex production processes with the highest regard for safety, excellence and quality. Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting during production, as well as working with the manufacturing team to maximize production efficiency and meet departmental and company goals. Work In compliance with GMP, GDP and standard operating procedures, performs production and assembly processes in a laboratory production environment. Operates production/filling/packaging equipment. Maintains records to comply with regulatory requirements and may assist with in-process testing to ensure batches meet specifications. May help in validating processes and equipment that are directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization. Work and communicate effectively in a team environment. Required to use a respirator. Able to lift up to 25kg. Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent. Desired: Post-Secondary Education with a diploma in an applicable area of study. Industrial experience in manufacturing. Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $17.10 - $29.93/hr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: No Shift: Swing Duration: No End Date Job Function: Manufacturing

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with post-secondary education in an applicable field being desired. Candidates must be able to work rotating 12-hour shifts, lift up to 25kg, and use a respirator.