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Reference No. R2846541

Position title: PCU Shift Lead MWS cPB89 - Vaccines

Department: APU Legacy Buildings

Location: Toronto, ON

About the job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. 

The Media, Washing and Sterilizing day shift manager is responsible for all the activities of Media preparation, Washing and Preparation of process equipment to support the production of purified antigens in cP according to production plans and in compliance with cGMP. The incumbent is responsible for managing the daily acitivities of unionized staff in a cGMP facility in compliance with company policies. This includes responsibility for the scheduling and execution of all operations with adequate level of GMP documentation required to release the products. This includes adherence to SOPs, cGMP and HSE procedures.

About Sanofi 

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

1. Planning and Execution

• Ensure the good execution of the production schedule

• Ensures detailed schedule of MWS operations

• Ensures availability of raw materials, accuracy of inventory & recipes, trained staff, adequate SAP-trained staff, & maintenance & availability of validated facility and equipment

• Ensures production orders and SAP transaction and SPC data entries are maintained in a timely manner; share responsibilities for monitoring SPC, data review and control

• Monitors & communicates planned and actual Media and Equipment , and operations using visible metrics

• Ensures daily presence on the shop floor

• Responsible for maintaining, completing and releasing BPR’s

• Assist in the annual departmental operating budget and non-strategic capital investment and monitor against spending.

• Ensure communication across shift for MWS operation topics (escalation, cascading)

2. cGMP Compliance & Quality

• Works with QOOQ and QOSA; ensure compliance with GMP requirements, develop quality continuous improvement initiatives, develop staff quality culture and GMP knowledge

• Ensures standards operating procedures are current and adhered too; that production records are accurate and reviewed and signed by an authorized person; adherence to policy; compliance of facilities & equipment; process deviations and environmental incidents are minimized and root causes are identified and corrected; ensures staff training records are complete and current.

• Ensure the areas, labs and documentation are inspection ready

3. People and Development

• Organizes and develops staff to ensure a high performing team; establishes, monitors and provides individual feedback on staff objectives; ensures training of staff according to training plans and to continue to develop their competencies; coach staff on personal development goals and document follow up

• Contributes to the cP Bulk management team, communicates and co-operates with other departments to obtain consensus and ensure appropriate service levels

• Hire new employees and follow company’s disciple procedures; responsible for attendance management and time reporting system.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Follows & enhances lean management systems established for Bulk; ensures continuous improvement processes; identifies root cause of production problems; identifies non-value added activities, other waste and potential improvements in process efficiency, quality and/or yield; implements solutions or changes via change control; plans and manages facility and organization improvements

• Provides metrics and other reports as requested

• Participates in special projects for production process improvement projects to simplify processes, meet GMP requirements, address inspection observations, new technologies and reduce costs to assist in development and quality goals.

5. Accountable for a safe workplace by supervising and monitoring compliance with employment and health & safety legislation to ensure

• That employees work within the policies, procedures and regulations including responding promptly to all health and safety concerns or incidents; critical incidents and accidents are reported to the appropriate authorities; potential safety and health hazards are identified and known by staff and that protective equipment and clothing are required and are used; continuous EHS awareness and improvement by integrating team with site and Bulk initiatives

• Cooperation with and assistance to the EHS management and Joint Health and Safety Committee in carrying out their functions.

Scope and dimensions:

• Shift size : up to 20 Union staff

• Oversees MWS operations in Building 89

• Ensure consistency of communication across shift

• Concentrate and distribut information / actions across department for MWS topics ( equipment, process, initiatives)

• Support the production of all cP antigens in Building 89

About You

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor's in Science (Microbiology/Biochemistry, Engineering or related Science).

• Preferred Master's in Science (Microbiology/Biochemistry, Engineering or related Science)

• A minimum of 4 to 6 years of direct experience in Pharmaceutical /biotechnology manufacturing and quality environment organizations

• 2-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience and proven behavioral competencies.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs 

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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