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Senior Process Technician - Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

  • Oakville, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 1, 2026
  • 1 position

$60,000 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
College diploma
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior Process Technician will lead complex chemical processing operations and mentor junior staff to ensure high-quality production standards. They are responsible for troubleshooting equipment, maintaining safety compliance, and collaborating with team leaders to manage daily manufacturing activities.

Job details

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international network of independent life sciences companies, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies believes that it is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is also one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, and in the support of clinical studies, as well as in biopharma contract development and manufacturing. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In under 40 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 65,000 employees across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of over 950 laboratories in over 1,000 independent companies across 57 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. The Eurofins network generated EUR 7.296 billion revenues in FY 2025, and has been one of the fastest growing listed European companies for almost three decades. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides contract research & development services to global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, developing their processes and manufacturing their bulk drug substances (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients -“API’s”) as well as finished dosage products (tablets, capsules, suspensions) for supply to clinical trials and commercial requirements. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides a rich and technologically challenging environment with a continuing flow of interesting projects. Our employees work in close concert with clients throughout the development process to achieve their program objectives. Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. is growing its state-of-the-art organization, with continued investments in modern facilities, equipment, and instrumentation while providing a rich environment for employees to develop their technical skills and careers paths. Job Description Join Our Team as a Senior Process Technician! At Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc., we’re seeking a skilled Senior Process Technician to lead operations, mentor team members, and ensure flawless execution in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment. What You’ll Do: Execute and troubleshoot complex chemical processing operations, including filtrations, distillations, hydrogenations, chromatography, and specialized tasks like pyrophoric material handling. Work independently and lead the shift in the absence of the Team Leader. Mentor and train junior technicians, ensuring tasks are completed “right the first time.” Collaborate with Team Leaders to assign daily activities and review work quality. Support preventive maintenance, plant utilities troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety standards, and accurate documentation practices. Why You’ll Love It Here: Expand your expertise by working on complex operations in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Gain hands-on experience with advanced processes and specialized techniques. Be part of a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous learning. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact, apply today and grow with Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.! Qualifications Have a minimum of a College Diploma or Degree Have 2+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing facility with preference for cGMP experience Have experience handling hazardous chemicals Have experience working with API or formulation pharmaceutical processing equipment, or related experience in food, cosmetics or specialty chemicals Have experience working with computerized chemical processing equipment Have proficient written and verbal English communication skills Be capable of multi-tasking Be capable of sound decision-making Have a solid understanding of cGMP principles with prior QA/compliance experience being a definite asset Have good interpersonal skills Have good time management skills Have Good Documentation Practices (GDP) Experience with shift work: 8 hour - 24/5 and/or 12 hour - 24/7 (Continental shift schedule) Additional Information Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process. The approximate annual base compensation for this position starts at $60,000 CAD (base salary does not include potential shift premiums or overtime). The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off. Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca. As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca At Eurofins CDMO Alphora, we leverage artificial intelligence (AI) technology to support our recruitment process, including preliminary screening of applications and resumes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible. We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NO AGENCIES, CALLS OR EMAILS PLEASE Compensation: up to CAD 60000 - yearly

What you’ll do

The Senior Process Technician will lead complex chemical processing operations and mentor junior staff to ensure high-quality production standards. They are responsible for troubleshooting equipment, maintaining safety compliance, and collaborating with team leaders to manage daily manufacturing activities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a college diploma or degree and at least two years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. Proficiency in cGMP principles, hazardous material handling, and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

  • Health coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • RRSP with 3% company match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off

Listed skills

  • Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
  • Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Chemical processing
  • Filtration
  • Distillation
  • Hydrogenation
  • Chromatography
  • Pyrophoric material handling
  • GMP compliance
  • SOP adherence
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Plant utilities troubleshooting
  • Team leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Good Documentation Practices
  • Hazardous chemical handling
  • API processing
  • In Vitro Diagnostics
  • Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
  • Continuous Development
  • Analytical Testing
  • Time Off Management
  • Analytical Method
  • Shift Work
  • Research
  • Application Programming Interface (API)
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Biotechnology
  • Biological Materials
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Decision Making
  • Clinical Trials
  • Communication
  • Cosmetics
  • English Language
  • Genomics
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Life Sciences
  • Material Handling
  • Multitasking
  • Operations
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Safety Standards
  • Safety Assurance
  • Time Management
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Process Improvement

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Science & Research
  • Healthcare
  • Engineering
  • Process Technician
  • Chemical Operator
  • Chemical Processing Plant Controllers
  • Chemical Plant and System Operators

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