Supervisor Calibration & Automation

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

Day in the Life:   

• Coach, develop, and manage team performance.
• Lead daily huddles, assign priorities, and ensure calibration deadlines are met.
• Support staffing, overtime control, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, SOP, validation, and data integrity compliance for process equipment controls.
• Support audits and inspections, and manage deviations, CAPAs, and investigations.
• Ensure staff are trained, qualified, and working safely.
• Ensure Maximum Asset Availability and System Reliability
• Maintain calibration, preventive maintenance, and process equipment control programs.
• Review work plans with maintenance planning and support operator basic care where applicable.
• Track key metrics and implement improvements to availability and reliability.
• Maintain Documentation - Plant, Property and Equipment Asset
• Update calibration procedures, work instructions, drawings, logs, and CMMS records.
• Manage change control and coordinate project work and contractors.
• Provide technical leadership and support training and troubleshooting.

Key to Success:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required; licensed tradesperson in Electrical (309A or 442A), Instrumentation (447A), Mechanical (433A), or related discipline required.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field would be an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in instrumentation, automation, calibration, or electrical/equipment maintenance.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• GMP experience preferred; pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing experience an asset.
• Experience with change control and contractor/vendor management required.
• Experience with process equipment control modifications is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in scale calibration and instrumentation calibration principles, metrology, and measurement uncertainty.
• Proficiency with process equipment PLC, HMI, and VFD systems; understanding of industrial automation controls and communication protocols.
• Demonstrated experience with 21 CFR Part 11, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), CMMS, and documentation control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, technical drawings, and process equipment control narratives.
• Strong leadership, project management, problem-solving, communication, and safety skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work day shift on-site with rotating or off-shift support as required.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.

Excellent Benefits

• Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

• Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

• Retirement Savings Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER

• Relocation assistance is NOT provided

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada now or in the future, without sponsorship.

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check

Compensation

The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $76,400.00–$114,575.00.