Technical Group Leader - Flu Downstream

Reference no :   R2866992

Position title:   Technical Group Leader - Flu (Night)

Duration:   Fixed Term   Contract  -  11.5 months

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. ​

Sanofi Vaccines

Sanofi's global vaccines business unit partners with the public health, medical and scientific communities to improve access to life-protecting vaccines and increase vaccination coverage, while striving to develop new and improved vaccines to enhance health and well-being.

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.  We believe our   cutting-edge   science and manufacturing,   fueled   by data and digital technologies, have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

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. Administration of Influenza manufacturing activities

Schedule and coordinate daily/weekly work ofa group oftechnical staff in B200 as per area requirements.

Check and review Records, SOP, logbooks/e-logbooks, BPRs/e-BPRs, and monitoring charts for completion and accuracy of all documents as per GMP guidelines.

Ensure equipment is kept in good GMP condition (with preventive maintenance, validation and calibration).

Order and ensure adequate chemicals, supplies, and spare parts for equipment.

Train and ensure technical staff comply to GMP and SOP requirements.

Facilitate daily meetings and report findings to management.

Initiate and file deviations and lead investigations.

Coordinate and support units within department (Upstream, Downstream, MWS) and other outside departments (Maintenance, Automation, QO test labs, etc.) and ensure timely completion of production activities.

Perform other duties as assigned by Department Management throughout all stages of drug substance manufacturing.

Supervise material handling in B200 Shipping, Receiving, and storage areas. ​

2. Administration of Data for Influenza manufacturing

Coordinate, oversee, and confirm technical staffs completion of SAP activities/transactions.

Capacity planning and scheduling of materials and personnel.

Create work orders for ETS/Maintenance.

Maintain master recipes and production inventory.

Create and maintain process orders with authorization to change orders upon demand.

Ensure transactions are done in a timely, accurate manner.

Oversee and support activities in required environmental monitoring systems.

Ensure all data input is completed accurately and in a timely manner such as investigation data, LIMs, deviation filing, change request forms, etc.

Perform activities in PCS and review data as required.

3. Perform and oversee area specific activities, monitoring, maintenance

Perform and delegate production calculations, measurements and release checks. Ensure each cleaning meets standards set in SOP, records, and in accordance with GMP.

Observe in detail and report any process deficiencies, perform visual inspection of equipment for impurity and damage before and after cleaning.

Perform and delegate utility sampling and environmental monitoring as required and ensure completion on schedule.

Train technical staff on problem solving and troubleshooting as required.

Ensure area is inspection ready. Knowledgeable to guide inspectors.

Perform activities as needed based on access levels on equipment.

4. Oversight of Health, Safety, and maintenance of GMP environment

Train and ensure technical staff comply with HSE requirements.

Ensure operators are equipped and use proper PPE when performing tasks.

Actively participate in activities done by HSE department and support HSE initiatives.

Ensure operations are performed in an ergonomic way and escalate any potential hazards. Help develop proposed solutions.

Ensure routine HSE checks and inspections are completed in a timely manner.

Ensure cleaning chemicals and equipment are stored and used as per HSE requirements and have SDS available.

Ensure production and office areas are kept in a tidy, GMP manner, following 5S guideline or equivalent

Clean and disinfect areas as required in SOP.

5. Process improvement, development and preparation of trending reports

Coordinate and schedule work of technical staff in facility, equipment, and process improvement projects with Manufacturing Technology (MTech) and facility management (Engineering & Technical Services)

Assist implementation of facility, equipment, and process improvement projects

Write or modify specifications, protocols and reports related to facility, equipment, including SOP's, BPR's.

Perform activities involved in IQ, OQ, and PQ for new equipment

Initiate CCR, CAPA in Quality system as needed and manage them until completion as per committed due dates

Collaborate with other departments for root cause analysis and assist with implementation of corrective actions.

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No employee has a proprietary right to an activity or group of activities. Activities may be changed or reassigned to meet the needs of the operations .

About You

​Education:

Minimum  3   years  College's  degree ( Bi oc he mistry , Microbiology, Bi oe n gi n eer in g , Biotechnology, C he m i stry, C hemical Engineering, Pha rma c e u t i ca l Sciences, other Life S c ie n c e D egrees ) plus a m inimum of  36 months of   previous   relevant work experience.

Minimum 4 years Bachelor's Degree ( Bi oc he mistry , Microbiology, Bi oe n gi n eer in g , Biotechnology, C he m i stry, C hemical Engineering, Pha rma c e u t i ca l Sciences, other Life S c ie n c e D egrees ) plus a m inimum of  36 months of   previous   relevant work experience.

Skills:

1. Functional, Technical or Scientific skills/knowledge

Sound Knowledge of Microbiology and protein purification.

Basic mechanical skill and knowledge.

Aseptic Techniques, Chemistry, Mathematics, 'GMP and GLP.

2. Supervisory, Managerial and Personal skills/knowledge

Computer skills, SAP, JMP, Visio, PCS, MES, e- BPR, e-logbook

Hours Of Work:  

Inclusive from  Monday to Friday 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM. Exact days will change in 2027 (e.g., Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday)

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​ This is subject to change at any   time   and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such a change to meet the requirements of the operation.

Mandatory Application Requirement:   Your Workday application form must be complete, and a copy of your resume MUST be attached in the Workday application form, at the time you   submit   your Workday application, otherwise your application will not be considered for this position

Pay rate - $54.52 per hour

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 program

This position is for a new vacant role that is now open for applications.​

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to   analyze   data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to   identify   patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern   regarding   your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal,   Data Subject Rights Webform .   The   Data Subject Rights Webform  can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and   retain   highly talented   employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to   benefit   from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities   required   during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

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