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Patheon Whitby Operations, with 192,700 square feet (17,900m2) of capacity, specializes in the contract manufacturing of solid and semi-solid dosage forms including powders, tablets, capsules and suspensions or liquids. Click on the directions icon for more information about this location and for driving directions. Direction.gif
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Patheon has the following openings at this location:

Custodian

Must be able to work shift and/or weekend work

Duties:

  • Maintain a high standard of cleanliness expected in a pharmaceutical type operation conforming to all relevant GMP rules and regulations.
  • Perform regular type cleaning duties – mop, dust, wet mop, strip floors, clean windows, clean and sanitize drains.
  • Operate power equipment such as floor scrubbers and burnishers.
  • Separate and box products for incineration; compact garbage; shredding; dump dust collectors; bail corrugated cardboard.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency.
  • Experience in floor care, such as stripping and burnishing.
  • Previous similar experience in a food or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
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Director, PDS Whitby Development Center

Duties:

  • To lead and provide direction to the Whitby PDS Canada business to deliver maximum benefit for the company.
  • Ensure the flow of new business to the site.
  • Develop and define strategies which coincide with the rest of PDS Canada and PDS Globally.
  • Identify and resolve local issues which impede the growth of PDS at the site.
  • Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Environmental Health & Safety.
  • Leverage technical knowledge, direction and advice to scientific staff and clients.
  • As a member of the PDS Senior Management Team within PDS Canada actively participate in developing client relationships and sale of services.
  • Participate in relevant industry associations.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc, B.Pharm, Ph.D or equivalent in Pharmaceutical/related sciences.
  • Minimum 15 years of industrial experience in product development.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Strategic thinker and planner.
  • Must be excellent in delegating responsibility and authority and committed to the development of talent.
  • Demonstrated commitment to our fundamental principles of Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
  • Thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated project management abilities with a strategic focus.
  • Conveys a clear vision of the function and value of PDS at the site, and of the way PDS can enhance its services to the Pharmaceutical and related industries.
  • Demonstrable experience in establishing relationships with prospective and new clients.
  • Strong ability to apply and leverage scientific knowledge for commercial value.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Budget development and management experience.
  • Proficiency with the English language 
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Manager, IT Applications Canada

Duties:        

  • Key member of Canadian IT leadership team for establishing and enforcing Patheon IT strategy, procedures and standards including Project Management methodologies for the region.
  • Grow and maintain close relationship with the business stakeholders to guide the applications needs based on shifting priorities for the region in accordance to the IT Master Plan & Strategy while fostering the development of high service level standards for IT personnel.
  • Serve as a member of the Global IT Management Team charted to execute the IT Strategy and provide high IT service levels.
  • Lead multiple projects of varying degrees of complexity in a dynamic project environment with overall responsibility for schedule, budget, issues and stakeholder management.
  • Manage cross functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
  • Manage the support of applications through the prioritization of objectives and monitoring of ticket assignments of the applications team.
  • Manage compliance of IT General Controls and computer systems validation for the region in accordance to Patheon standards.
  • Directs, motivates, delegates and empowers a group of highly skilled technical resources in the successful performance of their responsibilities while encouraging innovation.
  • Participate in preparation of the regional operational budget to ensure that maximum value is provided and proactively seek to find cost savings through operational improvements.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Commute required between Whitby and Mississauga on a regular basis.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, Business or related discipline.
  • Minimum 4 years of Project Management related IT experience with proven track record of leading complex IT and business system reengineering or integration projects.
  • Minimum 2 years of people management experience including both project teams and direct reports.
  • Strong leadership, time management skills, prioritization and multi-task abilities working in a very fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Working knowledge and implementation experience of pharmaceutical business applications including SQL LIMS, MES systems (PMX), or plant maintenance systems (Maximo) preferred.
  • Experience with relational databases and reporting tools such as SAP Business Objects, IBM Cognos suite, or MS Sharepoint preferred.
  • Prior professional consulting experience preferred
  • PMP Certification (or relevant experience) preferred
  • Experience managing, developing, and mentoring personnel
  • Client-service oriented with the ability to work with and effectively communicate with all levels of management
  • Proficiency with the English language
  • Demonstrated commitment to fundamental principles of Integrity, Respect and Excellence
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Processing Supervisor

Shift Work Required

Duties:

  • Supervise a team of approximately 20 processing technicians.
  • Manage facility, equipment and employee resources to meet Production requirements in a cost effective manner.
  • Monitor, train and ensure cGMP, safety and environmental compliance and schedule adherence.
  • Troubleshoot problems and identify potential bottlenecks and participate in resolution of issues.
  • Coach, train and mentor assigned staff to meet company policies as well as government and business expectations.
  • Coordinate and communicate with internal and external suppliers and customers.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. (with strong chemistry concentration) or Chemical Engineering degree.
  • 3-5 years experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
  • Proven track record for providing leadership and progressive development of employees.
  • Good knowledge of GMPs and WHMIS
  • Proficiency with the English language
  • Prior experience as a QPIC/AQPIC or possess appropriate credentials for qualification.
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Project Manager, Information Technology (IT)

Duties:

  • Manage the implementation of assigned IT applications in accordance with Patheon’s project management practices.
  • Coordinate software package implementation ensuring all technical aspects are completed successfully. Includes coordinating to ensure server and communications availability, installation of software in a correct manner, interfaces and customization coded and installed in accordance with Patheon and United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards and that required user support structures are in place.
  • Coordinates the acquisition and installation of relevant application software purchases.
  • Assists in the development of and approves a contingency plan to ensure system backup and recovery capability for the Information Technology area.
  • Recognizes and identifies potential areas where existing policies and procedures require change, or where new ones need to be developed.
  • Participates in the evaluation of computer applications and potential vendors. Makes recommendations based on the requirements of Patheon.
  • Provide maintenance and support for existing applications.
  • Provides systems guidance, direction, setting of priorities and system services to the client organization while fostering the development of high professional standards for systems personnel.
  • Maintains a close relationship with the client groups to assist in providing guidance; assesses requirements for additional service and promotes use of IT services where appropriate.
  • Provides consulting support to IT customers.
  • Coordinates and oversees the activities of the direct report and ensures that all activities are performed in a competent and efficient manner.
  • Other duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education (Computer Science or Information Technology Management (MIS) degree)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in IT project management following standard project methodologies
  • Minimum 1 year of people management experience including both project teams and direct report(s)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Flexible to travel between sites within the Canadian operations on a weekly rotation
  • Experience with management and support of lab systems
  • Experienced in implementation, maintenance, management of IT systems.
  • Ability to understand and clearly explain information systems methods, processes, principles and development methodologies to other members of the organization
  • Able to manage change effectively
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with users, staff and management.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills
  • Leadership and organizational skill
  • Proficiency with the English language
  • Demonstrated commitment to our fundamental principles of Integrity, Respect and Excellence
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Quotations Associate II

Duties:

  • New Business Costing – work closely with the Business Manager, Corporate Quotations and Finance department to consolidate data and create/review costing workbook                                 
  • Existing product costing review – regularly review previous quotes and compare against pending schedule; make any adjustments to costs/process based on standards                                   
  • Work closely with Corporate Quotes group – regular communication required with corporate team regarding inquiries on costing and site capabilities 
  • Maintenance of Quotations database – creation of database to capture recent historical quotes; maintain database by entering new quotes and details on regular basis     
  • Support and backup to Validation Specialists and/or Technical Project Managers as required

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelors degree in Science, Engineering, Business or related discipline
  • Minimum 2 years Quotations experience
  • Minimum 2 years Operations, Lab or Technical Services experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft applications, i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Project, Visio, Outlook
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and work independently as well as in team environment
  • Ability to identify scheduling conflicts involving production capabilities
  • Proficiency with the English language
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