Coordinator, Production Engineer

Job Summary

Responsible for project co-ordination activities within the Production Technical Department.  This role consists of a range of responsibilities, from individual responsibility for overall project deliverables on existing process equipment upgrade projects and new equipment projects, through to supporting roles on major new development projects.  Responsible for providing guidance and acting as a resource with specialized knowledge pertaining to the compounding, filling/packaging and cleaning/sterilization equipment and processes installed at the site.

Job Responsibilities

• Liase with technical professionals and end use customers to lead and/or support the development of project scope and user requirements specifications that satisfy the business need.
• Lead and/or support the development of project design basis, project justification documentation and Authorization for Expenditure.
• Prepare cost estimates, feasibility studies and execution schedules for projects and/or portions thereof assigned.
• In leading projects as assigned, responsible for delivery of project scope within budget and schedule.
• Prepare and/or co-ordinate the development of detailed drawings and specifications for assigned projects using AutoCAD and Apotex Standards.
• Provide recommendations to technical professionals/management relative to the selection, negotiation, management and evaluation of external suppliers and contractors.
• Liase with end use customers within Apotex to research, develop and analyse problems with existing facilities/equipment and recommend solutions for improvement or redevelopment.
• Liase with Launch, R&D and Operations to identify new product requirements and implement engineering solutions to ensure readiness to manufacture new products.
• Support the Production, Maintenance and Complaints/Investigations groups on an as-needed basis with respect to problem solving, troubleshooting, vendor liaison, and development of project designs and corrective and preventative action implementation.
• Liase with other departments to develop SOPs, PM tasks, spare parts and calibration requirements to support the equipment throughout its lifecycle.
• Co-ordinate the activities of outside consultants and contractors in the execution of design and construction work, ensuring Apotex technical and regulatory compliance standards, safety, cost and schedule parameters are maintained and reported.
• Ensure that all necessary permits and certifications are obtained and that any necessary inspections and pre-start safety reviews are scheduled.
• Perform technical review of engineering specifications and test plans to ensure that all user requirements and business needs are met and adhere to regulatory standards and Good Engineering Practices
• Use process systems expertise to work with individual Start-up Teams, to ensure the appropriate commissioning, qualification and training plans with accompanying resources are in place to deliver efficient system start-up.
• Lead and/or support the development and execution of F.A.T., S.A.T., commissioning, validation and change control requirements for work assigned.
• Support Deviation Investigation, drive CAPA action and change control implementation for manufacturing support, continuous improvement.
• Supports internal, customer and regulatory inspections as required.
• Assists Manager in meeting department goals and objectives.
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • A post-secondary degree in Engineering accompanied by a minimum of three to five years’ experience in plant technical support and/or design and construction co-ordination.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Experience in supporting Investigations/CAPA and Engineering Change Controls in TrackWise is preferred.
  • Experience in Project Management and use of MS Project is preferred.
  • Experience in design utilizing Autocad is preferred.
  • Experience in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, Visio and SAP is required.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Certified packaging professional, PMP or P.Eng. designation is an asset.

• Experience
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical, food, or other chemical processing industry, ideally with exposure to compounding, filling/packaging and cleaning/sterilization processes for liquid dose products (sterile ophthalmic and nasals products). Working knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging components, automation systems, HVAC and utilities preferred.