Coordinator, QC
Date: Apr 16, 2026
Location: Etobicoke, ON, CA, M9W 6Y3
Company: Apotex
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About Apotex Inc.
Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.
For more information visit: www.apotex.com.
Job Summary
- Responsible for keeping accurate inventory of all resources used in QC lab for testing .
- Provides support to the department by assisting chemists with resources required in their work.
- Responsible for labelling, storing and disposing of samples received in the QC lab.
Job Responsibilities
- Log and/or receive samples in LIMS for Raw materials, In-Process, Semi-Finished, Stability and STR samples.
- Monitor and maintain inventory for Primary and Secondary Standards, including Controlled substances ensuring the availability for use.
- Monitor and maintain QC inventories of placebos, capsule shells, System suit tubes, Internal standards and Related compound/ impurities.
- Provide standards, placebo and Certificate of Analysis, as required for Internal and External customers.
- Dispose and removes raw material, dosage samples and expired chemicals routinely in a safe and compliant manner.
- Work in collobration with method optimaztion group to ensure standards, columns, system suitability tubes and other items are logged in to LIMS and stored in the correct location.
- Prepare and send samples required for external testing in a timely manner.
- Maintains the inventory for the controlled substances, ensuring the samples are logged and stock reports are updated in a timely manner.
- Perform cycle count on the control substance inventory as outlined by the site QPIC. Ensure that all LIMS approved controlled substance material in the lab are disposed of in a timely manner as per established procedure
- Prepare training rosters in SAP and document the trainings in SAP in a timely manner as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Prepare purchase requisition/purchase order in Ariba and liaise with vendors for items purchased.
- Coordinate ancillary activities for QC such as SOP and GMP training and act as IS Business Lead for QC.
- Prioritize the LTS/IS work to be completed for the department/business unit.
- Work as an effective team member to meet departmental goals. Sharing knowledge and providing support to team members and across QC.
- Coordinates with external testing laboratories on API, Semi-finished, Finished, Stability and excipient testing as needed.
- Assists in Commercial Stability program activities such as pull samples from the chamber, labelling of samples, disposal of Stability Samples for completed studies, run inventory report, perform inventory checks, lot/project/protocol creation and other relevant duties as assigned.
- Work as an effective team member to meet departmental goals. Sharing knowledge with team members and across QC.
- Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes.
- Performs all work in accordance with all established regulatory and compliance and safety requirements.
- Ensure that all work is performed in full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, all regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
- Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
- Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
- Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Community College education in a recognized educational institution in Chemistry or a related field; with 3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience with computer software packages such as Word, Excel, Power point, LIMS and SAP
- Knowledge of Labware LIMS will be an asset
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to details.
- Demonstrated ability to multi task and prioritize work.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in written form.
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
We offer 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.
The hiring range for this position is $48,368 - $64,491 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.
The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.
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This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.