Equipment Specialist

Learn more about applying for Equipment Specialist at Sanofi Equipment Specialist at Sanofi Skip to main content Menu Menu Why Join Us Why Join Us Why Sanofi Career Development Rewards & Benefits Culture & Values Workplace Experience Early Talent Career Areas Discover more about our key areas Corporate Functions & Business Operations Digital Digital Accelerator Engineering & Maintenance Hubs Manufacturing & Supply Marketing & Sales Medical & Market Access Quality Regulatory Affairs Research & Development Locations Sanofi Stories Menu Join Our Talent Community opens in a new tab Your Saved Jobs Search Jobs Keyword Search Search Jobs Close Job Search Search Jobs Languages 中文 English Français Deutsch Search Jobs Keyword Search Search Jobs Close Job Search Manufacturing and Supply Where the miracles of science are made a reality for patients Search Jobs Job title, category, or keyword City, region, or country Search Equipment Specialist Toronto, Canada Apply now Save for Later Share this job Jump to: Who we are Job description Why work with us Discover more Apply now At a glance Our teams produce and deliver over 4 billion units of medicines and vaccines every year, ensuring every breakthrough gets to the people who need it most. Our state-of-the-art facilities, AI-powered smart factories, and cutting-edge automation are redefining what’s possible: ensuring treatments reach patients faster, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. This is where your skills, ambition, and passion can shape the future of healthcare. Back to nav Reference Number : R2865195 Position title: Equipment Specialist Duration: Fixed Term Contract - 8 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. Oversee production activities and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Ensures smooth operation of influenza manufacturing processes. Reviews documentation for completion and accuracy as per cGMP guidelines (i.e. eLogbooks, eBRs, monitoring charts, etc.) Perform cleaning and ensure that clean rooms, equipment, and production instruments are maintained in good condition to maintain quality compliance requirements. Order and ensure adequate chemicals, materials, and spare parts are available for routine operations. Train and ensure operational staff comply to cGMP, HSE, and Quality requirements. Participate in daily +QDCI (or equivalent) Co-ordinate with units within department (MWS, downstream), other outside departments (Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, QC, QO, etc.) and external vendors to ensure timely completion of production support activities. 2. Set-up and troubleshoot production equipment to maintain adherence to production schedule. Works to prepare assigned areas for the oncoming shifts and resolves production issues. Sets-up production lines prior to start-up of each batch. Ability to troubleshoot quickly upon startup of production equipment to rectify or propose timely solution to keep production on schedule. Perform minor repairs / part replacements on production machines and/or equipment when a malfunction has been detected. Observe in detail and report any process deficiencies, perform visual inspection of equipment for impurity and damage before and after cleaning. For unplanned work communicate with TS Maintenance and create notifications in SAP for Maintenance work orders (or any relevant system). Ensures the completion of cleaning and sanitation post-troubleshooting activities, as required. 3. Perform Autonomous Maintenance on production equipment: Performs SAP shop floor operational equipment preventive maintenance activities and makes repairs to production equipment or other area equipment as per procedures. Maintain all production equipment by complying with operations preventative maintenance and some calibration schedules. Order from maintained inventory of spare parts and consumables required for maintenance activities. Perform visual inspection of equipment for contamination and damage after maintenance activities. Support planned maintenance activities & perform post-inspection test for proper equipment functionality. Ensure maintenance activities are performed in an ergonomic way, escalate any potential hazards, and help develop proposed solutions. Support utility sampling and environmental monitoring as required and ensure the completion as adhered to schedule. 4. Perform administrative activities for Manufacturing operations: Complete quality documentation (eBRs, eLogbooks, Training Matrix, SAP or equivalent work orders etc.) accurately in a timely manner. Create Notifications for Maintenance SAP (or relevant system) work orders, for future planned work. Assist with deviation investigations and implementation of CAPAs. Request materials from MWS and ensure timely receipt for Upstream and Downstream operations. Ensure transactions are done in a timely, accurate manner. Ensure all data input is completed accurately and in timely manner. Trains and orients new team members as assigned in multiple areas. 5. Participate in continuous process and equipment improvement and maintain cGMP compliance: Assist with implementation of facility, equipment, and process improvement projects. Perform activities for qualification and validation as required. Assist with updating procedures and corresponding documentation (i.e., SOPs, SWIs, vendor documents, equipment documents etc.) for improving processes in accordance with change control policies. Ensure production area is kept in a tidy, GMP manner by implementing lean methodologies. Ensure production areas are inspection ready at all times. Support internal/external audits & inspections. Propose improvement ideas for equipment and processes based on technical knowledge. 6. Oversee Health & Safety activities in GMP environment: Ensure routine HSE checks and inspections are completed in timely manner. Ensure equipment is operated and maintenance activities are performed as per HSE guidelines. Support culture of HSE in department and support HSE initiatives. Ensure operators are equipped and use proper PPE when performing tasks. Ensure cleaning chemicals and equipment are stored and used as per HSE requirements and has SDS available. Follow and adhere to equipment Lockout/ Tagout and De-energizing procedures when required. 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 ​ Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: Minimum three (3) years College Diploma (Engineering, Science, Biotechnology or Equivalent) plus a minimum of eighteen (18) months of previous relevant work experience. Preferred three (3) years College Diploma (Engineering, Science, Biotechnology or Equivalent) plus a minimum of two (2) years of previous relevant work experience. Skills and Knowledge: Sound knowledge of Upstream, Downstream and MWS equipment and procedures. Broad-based knowledge Sound knowledge of cGMP Hours Of Work: Inclusive from Monday to Friday 10:00 PM- 6:00 AM Please note the Monday to Friday schedule will change in 2027. ​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 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 Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.​ Pay rate - $47.18 per hour 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. #GD-SP ​ #LI-SP #LI-Onsite 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. Read more Apply now Save for Later Share this job Send this job to someone you know Facebook X LinkedIn Email Find out more about this location Map it out Why work with us We’re problem-solvers and pioneers. United by the belief that everyone deserves a healthier future. We create best-in-class vaccines that prevent disease and protect lives. Innovation drives us. From AI and mRNA to next-gen science, we push the boundaries to deliver first- and best-in-class vaccines for infectious diseases worldwide. Growth happens here. With bold investments in R&D and world-class facilities, Sanofians across the entire vaccine lifecycle are shaping the future of global health. We do what’s right. Sustainability and DE&I drive our positive global impact—because the diverse communities Sanofians represent are the patients we serve. All-in on diversity At Sanofi, diverse perspectives fuel the best solutions for patients. Hear from Monique Vessey, our Supply Chain Transformation Leader, on how her background shapes her approach to delivering life-changing medicines. Back to nav Discover more Manufacturing & Supply Careers Explore how Sanofi is transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chains with cutting-edge technology, digital innovation, and sustainable practices. 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