Custodian (Midnight Shift)

Apotex Inc. is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 7,200 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex medicines are accessible to patients in more than 75 countries globally. Through vertical integration, the Apotex group is focused on the development and sale of generic, biosimilar and specialty products.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing general cleaning duties inside and outside of Apotex facilities as assigned. Areas inside the building include offices, washrooms, locker change rooms, production area, warehouse, and laboratories. At the Etobicoke site, the buildings include the Engineering Site Office.

Outside the buildings, in winter, operate the snow blower and ice melter spreader, in conjunction with manually keeping the walkways, exits, and entrances clear of ice and snow.

Shift- 11 : 10 pm to 7 : 10 am (Sunday to Thursday) or (Tuesday to Saturday).

Job Responsibilities

• Clean offices which include dusting and cleaning furniture, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, washing walls and windows. Remove garbage and recycling from the centralized areas.
• Clean washrooms and change rooms and replenish supplies (soaps, paper towels, hand cream, etc.).
• Clean warehouse floors, shelves, walls, and where applicable.
• Clean the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) areas, which include washing walls, stairs, ceilings, and floors. Replenish supplies.
• Clean the cafeteria, including the food preparation area, freezers, coolers, and storage areas. Remove garbage and recycling materials as needed. Maintain coffee brewers as required.
• Clean the laboratory and replenish supplies as required.
• Clean the Controlled Substances / CT vault and walk-in refrigerator.
• Dispose of all garbage and recycling following proper procedures.
• Operate various cleaning machines including floor polisher, vacuums, and floor scrubbing machines.
• Operate the compactors.
• Utilize approved cleaning agents as trained.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and established safety standards (SWP).
• Work in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exhibit our organizational values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• Adhere to all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
• Responsible for attending each shift in a fit mental and physical condition.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education :

• Grade 12 education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• The ability to lift 50 lbs;
• Good command of the English language (ability to read, write and understand English);
• Good oral communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Physically fit;
• Manages time to complete assigned tasks.

Preferred :

• Organizational and priority skills.

Experience :

• Previous cleaning experience preferred.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported.

Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.