Senior Process Technician

About the role

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics for pharmaceutical and biotech clients, producing bulk drug substances (APIs) and finished dosage forms. It is looking for a Senior Process Technician in Oakville to lead operations, mentor team members and ensure flawless execution in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment.

Key responsibilities

• Execute and troubleshoot complex chemical processing operations, including filtrations, distillations, hydrogenations, chromatography and specialized tasks such as pyrophoric material handling.
• Work independently and lead the shift in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Mentor and train junior technicians so tasks are done 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.

Required profile

• College diploma or degree, with 2+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing facility, preferably cGMP.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals and with API or formulation equipment, or related experience in food, cosmetics or specialty chemicals.
• Experience with computerized chemical processing equipment.
• Good written and spoken English, multi-tasking and sound decision-making.
• Shift work: 8-hour 24/5 and/or 12-hour 24/7 (continental schedule).

Required skills

• Solid understanding of cGMP principles; prior QA/compliance experience is a definite asset.
• Good documentation practices (GDP).
• Good interpersonal and time management skills.

What we offer

• Starting base pay of approximately $60,000 CAD per year, with potential shift premiums and overtime.
• Health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays and paid time off.