Equipment Specialist - Millwright
Top Benefits
About the role
Work Schedule
12 hr shift/days
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Division/Site Specific Information
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers industry-leading pharma services through our Patheon™ brand, providing an integrated global network of scientific, technical, regulatory, and quality experts committed to helping deliver medicines to patients faster. The Mississauga site supports all phases of drug product development — from early-phase formulation development to clinical trial material to commercial supply — within the same facility using scalable equipment. The site supports non-GMP and GMP work for highly potent and low-potent compounds, complex formulations, pediatric dosage forms, patent-extension strategies, and conventional oral solid dosage forms.
Discover Impactful Work:
Ensure process equipment and machinery are maintained in good order under Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) guidelines for maximum equipment uptime. Provide technical skilled support and guidance to site operations via specialized maintenance services on a timely basis.
Shift Schedule: Continental - monthly rotation days and nights including weekends
Day in the Life:
- Repair, rebuild, refurbish machinery and equipment utilizing milling machines, lathes and all machine shop hand tools by performing the following tasks:
- Perform general maintenance on production equipment such as: Fluid Bed Dryers, Film Coaters, Tablet Presses, Transfer Pumps, Vacuum Systems, Processing Vessels and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintain production equipment, auxiliary equipment and building maintenance, including operator training on equipment set up and operation.
- Make arrangements with Group Leaders and Production Supervisors to schedule equipment down time for maintenance within the Preventative Maintenance program timeframes.
- Schedule equipment availability to perform preventative maintenance on time, maintain accurate records according to Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
- Participate in Operational meetings, Rapids, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other as required.
- Document applicable work activities performed within a CMMS Program
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work as well as requirement to work during maintenance shutdowns.
Keys to Success:
Education:
High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required College Certificate/Degree in Industrial Millwright
Certified Ontario Trades Person
Licensed to practice as Industrial Millwright (433A) required
Experience:
Minimum 3 years industrial mechanic or equivalent maintenance experience, preferably in food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical industries.
1 – 3 years millwright experience, preferred
Experience reading drawing and schematics.
Maximo CMMS program experience preferred.
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Regulations. Proactive and organized approach to completing tasks timely and efficiently. Attention to detail and quality of work. Ability to deal confidently with inside and outside clients. Good working knowledge of electronics and pneumatics is desirable. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language.
Physical Requirements:
Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.
Excellent Benefits
- Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER
- Relocation assistance is NOT provided
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $56,400.00–$84,600.00.
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About Thermo Fisher Scientific
About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
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Equipment Specialist - Millwright
Top Benefits
About the role
Work Schedule
12 hr shift/days
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Division/Site Specific Information
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers industry-leading pharma services through our Patheon™ brand, providing an integrated global network of scientific, technical, regulatory, and quality experts committed to helping deliver medicines to patients faster. The Mississauga site supports all phases of drug product development — from early-phase formulation development to clinical trial material to commercial supply — within the same facility using scalable equipment. The site supports non-GMP and GMP work for highly potent and low-potent compounds, complex formulations, pediatric dosage forms, patent-extension strategies, and conventional oral solid dosage forms.
Discover Impactful Work:
Ensure process equipment and machinery are maintained in good order under Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) guidelines for maximum equipment uptime. Provide technical skilled support and guidance to site operations via specialized maintenance services on a timely basis.
Shift Schedule: Continental - monthly rotation days and nights including weekends
Day in the Life:
- Repair, rebuild, refurbish machinery and equipment utilizing milling machines, lathes and all machine shop hand tools by performing the following tasks:
- Perform general maintenance on production equipment such as: Fluid Bed Dryers, Film Coaters, Tablet Presses, Transfer Pumps, Vacuum Systems, Processing Vessels and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintain production equipment, auxiliary equipment and building maintenance, including operator training on equipment set up and operation.
- Make arrangements with Group Leaders and Production Supervisors to schedule equipment down time for maintenance within the Preventative Maintenance program timeframes.
- Schedule equipment availability to perform preventative maintenance on time, maintain accurate records according to Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
- Participate in Operational meetings, Rapids, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other as required.
- Document applicable work activities performed within a CMMS Program
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work as well as requirement to work during maintenance shutdowns.
Keys to Success:
Education:
High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required College Certificate/Degree in Industrial Millwright
Certified Ontario Trades Person
Licensed to practice as Industrial Millwright (433A) required
Experience:
Minimum 3 years industrial mechanic or equivalent maintenance experience, preferably in food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical industries.
1 – 3 years millwright experience, preferred
Experience reading drawing and schematics.
Maximo CMMS program experience preferred.
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Regulations. Proactive and organized approach to completing tasks timely and efficiently. Attention to detail and quality of work. Ability to deal confidently with inside and outside clients. Good working knowledge of electronics and pneumatics is desirable. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language.
Physical Requirements:
Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.
Excellent Benefits
- Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER
- Relocation assistance is NOT provided
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $56,400.00–$84,600.00.
Not the right fit? Search for Equipment Specialist jobs in Mississauga, ON
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.