Chemical Operations Technologist I

As the world’s leading provider of “green” Plant Cell Fermentation (PCF) Technology, Phyton Biotech produces paclitaxel and docetaxel and offers comprehensive development and manufacturing services of other plant-based molecules, extracts, and recombinant products for use in the Pharmaceutical, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Cosmetic, Agricultural and Food Ingredient industries.

Phyton’s cGMP certified facility in Canada specializes in the purification and chemical conversion of natural active ingredients, improving the quality of life for patients and consumers while respecting our environment. With more than 25 years experience in product/process development, production, and commercialization, we manufacture safe, reliable, and high-value ingredients for customers around the world. Our site has the capacity to meet more than ⅓ of global demand for paclitaxel and docetaxel, commonly used active pharmaceutical ingredients (API’s) in chemotherapy medications.

Phyton Biotech is adding to its Manufacturing & Operations Department. This team supports the manufacturing of Phyton Biotech’s API’s and Intermediates at development and commercial scale which meet cGMP and Phyton’s quality and safety requirements, while being flexible with supporting manufacturing schedules/shifts.

What Phyton Biotech will offer you:

Phyton Biotech determines an individual’s pay based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. The compensation range for this role is $55,000 - $63,000.

We encourage a progressive team environment with a work home balance by offering 3 weeks paid time off at the beginning of your employment, increasing with years of service, along with an innovative organization wide schedule of 9-day work rotation every two weeks. We strongly believe and encourage opportunities for training and development, including both internal and external opportunities.

We provide an exceptional total reward benefit package to employees beginning their first day with extended health and dental benefits that include prescription medicine coverage, eye glass coverage, and orthodontic coverage, along with life insurance and an opportunity to participate in the organization’s retirement savings program with company matching after 12 months of service.

We are eager to connect with you, if:

1. You are detail-oriented with an eye for quality and accuracy
2. You have strong analytical skills, with capability to evaluate information, and make appropriate decisions in response to challenges
3. You thrive in collaborative environments with strong interpersonal skills, but comfortable working autonomously
4. You possess the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
5. You are a reliable and dependable team member

A day in the department would include:

1. Safely operating a variety of process equipment, including reactors, pumps, storage tanks, and chromatography columns, according to standard operating procedures
2. Disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling equipment for pharmaceutical production use
3. Inspecting plant equipment and assisting with troubleshooting or maintenance
4. Preparing work orders as required
5. Following written procedures by documenting cGMP manufacturing activities by completing forms, reports, logbooks, and batch records
6. Recommending improvements to solve operational problems and continually optimizing plant equipment and processes

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Diploma or degree in a technical area
2. Minimum of 1-2 years hands-on experience in manufacturing plant, laboratory, or an industrial setting
3. Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment is an asset, including food, nutraceutical, or pharmaceutical production
4. Knowledge of ERP and quality management systems an asset

This role is a permanent, full-time position that includes a competitive salary and benefit program. Interested applicants should email their resume (CV) attention: Claire Moore, Human Resources Manager.

We would like to thank all applicants who express an interest working at Phyton Biotech, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$63,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-02-03