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Job Description
BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies.
BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent's Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent's Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Rotating Shift work. 12 hour shifts, two weeks of days followed by two weeks of nights
Operating and maintaining various stationary equipment, including boilers, chillers, air compressors, and HVAC systems
Monitoring and controlling all systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations during the shift
Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance of systems and equipment to ensure optimal performance
Troubleshooting and repairing equipment malfunctions as necessary to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations
Maintaining accurate logs of all system operations, maintenance activities, and repairs
Performing appropriate water tests on water systems
Ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Collaborating with other departments, including maintenance, production, and engineering, to support operational goals
Responding to emergency situations, alarms, and system failures and take appropriate action to resolve issues
Assisting with equipment upgrades, installations, and modifications as needed
Ensuring the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols