Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)
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, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc), Standing for full shift
Job Description Division/Site Our Whitby Site specializes in commercial manufacturing for a full range of conventional dosage forms with specialized capabilities, and houses a fully integrated pharmaceutical development services (PDS) facility.
Discover Impactful Work The Supervisor Packaging Set-up Operations will be reporting directly to the Manager,Equipment & Facility Maintenance. Responsible forsupervisinga team of set-up technicians operating through 24/5 operations and at times even 24/7. Implement, drive, sustain and evolve withindustry best practices tooptimizepackagingset-up durations to achieveoperationalRight-First-Time(RFT)andOn-Time Delivery (OTD).
Shift Schedule Monday - Friday, 6 AM - 2:30 PM with flexibility to work other shifts and weekends based on business needs
Day in the Life Maintain a safe working workplace and report potential hazards.

Promote a safe working environment, report potentialhazardsand ensure all direct reports follow Environmental Health and Safety procedures.

Direct and supervise activitiesofSet Up Technicians. Ensure compliance with SafetyStandardsGMPs and SOPs,maintaininghigh standard of housekeeping.

Select,develop,and evaluate staff to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Work with andadvisestaff on administrative policies and procedures.

Develop andestablisha development program forskillsenhancement.

Evaluate individual and team performanceand provide feedback; coach and develop others.

Review,assessand streamline set-up operations.

Establishand createpoka-yoke philosophy for repeatable and consistent set-up procedures.





Create andmaintainan effectiveonboarding and ongoing training(cross training)program to align with today’s industrial technological advancements and best practices.

Reduce and/oreliminatewaste (i.e.time, materials, rework) through focuson RFT and support on-timeschedule.

Establish and sustain effective structure to support packaging operationsfor immediate attention on the line.

Determinebestpush-pull system to have efficient set-ups completedearly or on-schedule.

Report applicable KPIs back to manager.

Achieve and sustain EHS and Quality compliance score cards –i.e.assessments, training, deviations, corrective actions,etc..

Work collaboratively with Packaging team members–daily interactions with packaging leaders would be key.

Suggest and produce improvement opportunities; align withpackaging operations and planning to address accordingly.

Keys to Success Education College/Technical School diploma in related technical field required.
Bachelor of Engineering or Science or equivalent would be an asset.
Licensed tradesman in either of the following fields: Mechanical, Electrical would be an asset.
Certification in related field(i.e. CET) would be an asset.
Experience Minimum5yearsin packaging mechanic/technician rolewithin pharmaceutical, food or cosmeticindustry– pharmaceutical preferred.
Leadershipand people managementexperiencepreferred.
Understanding of automation and controls associated with industry packaging equipment would be an asset.
Experience in operating a 24/7 operationwould be an asset.
Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, SOPs and safety regulations. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programsand familiarization with CMMS applications.



Proficiency with the English Language. Solid supervisory and teambuilding skills. Shows initiative and is self-motivated. Strongideas, decision making abilities, troubleshooting and thinking-out-of-the-boxskills. Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to build and drive cross-functional teams. Strong customer focus andcommitment toresults with strong problem-solving abilities. Capable of setting clear priorities, organizing work, and making quality decisions in a fast-paced business setting.Detail oriented and organized, with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Works well and efficiently with limited supervision.
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 $76,400.00–$114,575.00.

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📌 Supervisor - Set Up Technician (Ontario)
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