Production Technician

Job Title: Production Technician
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts
XXXX: XXXXXXXXXXX/hour Job Summary

We are seeking a Production Technician to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations at a chemical manufacturing facility producing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). The facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support continuous production.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical or chemical industry, along with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.

This position requires a rotating 12-hour shift schedule:

• Two weeks of day shifts followed by two weeks of night shifts
• Shifts run from 7:00 AM 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
• Typical rotation includes 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off , followed by rotation to nights

• Operate, monitor, adjust, and maintain manual and automated pharmaceutical processing equipment.
• Charge raw materials into process vessels and monitor manufacturing processes.
• Perform production operations such as distillation, filtration, cleaning, and sterilization .
• Follow established GMP, GDP, SOP, and safety requirements throughout all production activities.
• Accurately record process information and completed activities in batch records and other required documentation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and provide technical support during production.
• Perform production, filling, packaging, and assembly activities as required.
• Assist with process and equipment validation activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready production environment.
• Perform housekeeping and cleaning activities when production or training activities are not taking place.
• Work effectively with supervisors and other members of the manufacturing team to meet production, safety, quality, and operational goals.

• Work with a variety of chemicals, including solvents, acids, bases, and potentially potent compounds .
• Comprehensive training will be provided on chemical handling, PPE, and safety procedures.
• Must be comfortable working in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Respirator use is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs.) .
• Strong attention to detail is required, particularly when completing manufacturing and regulatory documentation.
• Employees are expected to maintain a clean and inspection-ready work area at all times.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary education or a diploma in a relevant field is an asset.
• Previous industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Previous pharmaceutical, chemical, or API manufacturing experience is strongly preferred .
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment is an asset.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately complete documentation.
• Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts.