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Production Technician
BLES Biochemicals is a pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturer and distributor. It is a privately-owned, proudly Canadian company. Its pharmaceutical product, BLES®, is the market leader in Canada and several other countries. BLES® is a life-saving medicine for premature infants and has treated over 160,000 patients to date. Its history has local roots; BLES® was discovered at Western University and continues to be manufactured in London, Ontario. In 2015, BLES® was rated as one of the top five discoveries at an Ontario university, alongside insulin. The team at BLES Biochemicals continues to work hard to manufacture exceptional products; the welfare and happiness of patients and their families is our number one priority. Our goal is to continue making a positive impact for patients by producing high-quality products, expanding our global reach, and searching for ways to innovate. Responsibilities: • Perform all work activities in a safe manner and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices. • Participate in the purification of raw material according to standard procedures. • Participate in the compounding and filling of drug product according to standard procedures. • Perform washing, drying, storage and preparation of production glassware and supplies. • Verify critical manufacturing steps executed by a second technician as prescribed in the BPRs. • Execute approved SOPs and complete accurate documentation. • Operate manufacturing equipment safely and in accordance with standard operating procedures (ex. autoclave, depyrogenation oven, rotary evaporators, centrifuges, etc.). • Prepare solvents and solutions for use in the manufacturing process. • Perform sampling as required by the environmental monitoring program. • Perform cleaning and sanitation of production areas and supplies as part of the sanitation program. • Participate in the in-house laundry program. • Participate in cleaning/sanitation of the GMP areas of the warehouse • Provide accurate and in-depth information for deviation report investigations as required. • Other duties that may arise from time to time relating to BLES manufacturing, as requested by the Production Management. Qualifications: • College diploma in laboratory sciences or a related field OR a University degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry or a related field preferred • 0-2 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment • Positive and professional attitude • Strong communication skills • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team • Experience accurately following written standard procedures and policies • Comfortable working with chemicals and using standard laboratory equipment and glassware • Ability to perform work with prolonged periods of standing and repetitive movements • Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP) an asset • Experience working with aseptic technique is considered an asset
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