Chemist, Packaging Development

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Date: Oct 31, 2024

Location: Richmond Hill, ON, CA, L4C 5H2

Company: Apotex

 

About Apotex Inc.

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.
For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

The Packaging Development Chemist is responsible for lab activities for the development of primary, secondary and associated packaging components for a large variety of liquid dosage forms including Oral liquids, Nasal spray, Ophthalmic etc. The Packaging Development Chemist also provides technical support for issues investigations related with packaging components for SCMP and NPD product.

Job Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain test methods and SOPs relating to primary packaging testing
  • Design and execute package related testing in lab and conduct proper documentation
  • Coordinate the testing in 3rd party labs
  • Perform investigational studies / testing on all new products under development and existing commercial products.
  • Development of process parameters and physical specifications for new primary packaging components
  • Coordinate with Packaging vendors for technical communications
  • Performs all work in accordance with all established regulatory and compliance and safety requirements
  • 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

  • Education
    • University degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Polymer Science/Material Science/Chemical Engingeering or related science
    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of common packaging materials like plastics, paper and glass
    • Experience using computers, preferably in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
    • Excellent organization and report writing skills
    • Ability to work independently without supervision
    • Strong verbal and written English communication skills
  • Experience
    • Over 3 years of working experience on Packaging or disposable devices in a pharmaceutical research and development environment.
    • Knowledge of GMP, GLP environment & requirements in a pharmaceutical company.
    • Experience on working on labs and understanding of relevant guidelnes/practices will be 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.