Packaging Training Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Learning & Development role at Thermofisher. Mississauga · full-time · CA$69,400–CA$104,050 base.
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What you'll do
- Lead practical SOP sessions and onboarding programs for new packaging employees
- Build and deliver training with packaging maintenance, quality and safety teams
- Train packaging staff on equipment, production processes, safety and quality procedures, and coordinate cross-training
- Update packaging procedures and communicate revisions across teams
- Track training feedback and metrics, support digital materials, and identify ways to improve hands-on training
What you bring
- Post-secondary education, or an equivalent mix of education, training and relevant work experience
- At least five years training in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including onboarding new staff
- Knowledge of packaging operations and processes, GMP requirements, and controlled documentation
- Working ability with Microsoft Office and written and spoken English
Who this fits
This role suits someone with hands-on packaging operations knowledge who can train employees and maintain procedures. The schedule is Monday to Friday, with rotating shifts when required. The work involves time on your feet, lifting up to 40 pounds, and required protective equipment.
From the employer
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety StandardsJob Description
Summary:
Takes a lead role in training new and existing Packaging teams. Assist with developing training material, leading training sessions, supporting training metrics and improvements to effective execution of hands-on training. Provides support to packaging teams, packaging SMEs and supervisors by executing administrative tasks as needed.
Essential Functions:
- Lead hands-on Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) training sessions for packaging teams.
- Develop and lead training programs for onboarding new employees.
- Develop and deliver training in collaboration with Packaging Maintenance, Quality and Safety department.
- Support the development of new digitized training material.
§ Assist with training packaging teams in machine operation, general packaging process, safety and quality procedures.
- Manage cross training for the packaging teams.
- Manage communication on changes to procedures to all packaging teams.
- Coordinate with internal teams to develop procedures for new equipment and existing equipment upgrade
- Create and update procedures (SOP, WI and JDs) for packaging.
- Manage training feedback expectations.
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Ensure adherence to quality, compliance and safety standards at all times.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Post secondary education is required.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years previous training experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Previous experience in the training of new staff and knowledge of different training techniques.
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of different Packaging process (Filling, Labelling, Cartonning, Serialization and Aggregation) and associated equipment. Strong background in packaging operations. Excellent knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Excellent knowledge of GMP documentation practices. Mechanical proficiency and troubleshooting abilities. Good manual dexterity. Sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices. Sound understanding of Standard Operating Procedures. Sound understanding of safety regulations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to make quality decisions. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English language (Written and Oral).
Standards and Expectations:
Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Perform all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion. Effectively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Always be client and patient conscious. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Model positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in an initiative-taking manner. Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.
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.
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $69,400.00–$104,050.00.