Set Up Operator I

At Septodont, a global leader in dental products and a key player in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing (CDMO), we are proud to work every day to improve patients’ health and well-being.
Present in more than 110 countries, the Group relies on the energy, expertise, and passion of 2,600 employees. With 6 international production sites, Septodont combines industrial excellence, technological expertise, and innovation to meet the needs of healthcare professionals worldwide.
In North America, our operations include facilities in Ontario, Quebec, and Pennsylvania. Our Cambridge, Ontario site is home to Novocol Pharma – a thriving center of innovation with over 40 years of expertise in sterile injectable cartridges and combination product manufacturing. Backed by a team of more than 675 dedicated professionals and modern facilities, we deliver high-quality, customer-focused solutions to partners around the world.
Beyond our expertise, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a stimulating work environment where everyone can learn, grow, and build a career that reflects their aspirations, supported by continuous training and internal mobility. As a socially responsible company, we place diversity and inclusion at the heart of our development, convinced that they enhance collective performance and foster human experience.
Joining Septodont means becoming part of a human-scale international group and contributing to a meaningful mission: improving health for as many people as possible. What if your next professional chapter started with us?
We have an opportunity for you!
This position is starting at $27/hour, plus shift premiums.
Shifts Available:
Night Shift - Sunday to Thursday - 10pm to 6am - Shift Premium $3/hour
FUNCTION SUMMARY:
The Set-up Operator I is accountable to the Production Supervisor for all activities relating to the set-up of all inspection, labeling and packaging (ILP) equipment, trouble-shooting, mechanical adjustments, and preventative maintenance, in order to meet the company’s objectives. These activities will be performed in accordance with the requirements outlined in Company Policies, Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sets up and disassembles all inspection, labeling and packaging machines
Trains new ILP operators on inspection machine, labeling machine and packaging line operation
Performs basic trouble shooting, mechanical adjustments, interventions and preventative maintenance on the ILP machines
Reports any equipment problems and process related downtime to the area Lead Hand, Maintenance Technician, and Supervisor and work together to solve them
Ensures that the ILP areas run smoothly by informing the area Lead Hand and/or Supervisor when supplies are needed
Makes suggestions for improving training programs and ILP area processes and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
In the absence of the Lead Hand, performs back-up duties and responsibilities as assigned
Monitors and reviews system entries, ensure that scanned data is accurate
Creates maintenance work orders and requests using the CARL system
Reviews batch record entries and assist with audit corrections
Ensures all GMPs, SOPs, and company policies are followed
Assists with Q-Note and DIR Investigations as required
Takes on the role of the Operator as needed
Follows GMP and regulatory requirements, and ensures quality standards are met
Observes and supports all safety guidelines and regulations
Demonstrates the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statements, policies, and current standard business practices
Performs other related duties as required.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Education
High school diploma
Experience
A minimum of one year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment, however 2 years or more of work experience is considered an asset
Pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industry experience is considered an asset
Demonstrated mechanical experience or mechanical aptitude
The ability to work any shift in a 24/7 environment
Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is based for the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored immigration support.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Recruitment Fraud – please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site. In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com) to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.