Coordinator, QC (Contract Role)

Date: Aug 13, 2026

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

Company: Apotex

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 receiving and logging the samples while following cGMP requirements. Responsible for maintaining an accurate inventory of all laboratory supplies, samples, standards, reagents, columns and placebos, while working under minimum supervision. Responsible for providing samples and lab supplies to all QC team members. Assists in maintaining a constant inventory of clean laboratory glassware and a clean wash lab area.

Weekend Shift - Tuesday to Saturday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Job Responsibilities

  • Receives Raw Material, Semi-Finished, Finished, Validation, Stability and STR samples immediately upon delivery as per the established procedures.
  • Maintains a proper staorage of all samples as per the recommended storage conditions.
  • Assists in maintaining a constant inventory of clean laboratory glassware and a clean wash lab area, when required.
  • Assists in maintaining a constant inventory of the gas cylinders as and when required.
  • Provides timely assistance to lab chemists when requested.
  • Monitors and maintains inventory of Compendia Standards, Primary Standards and Secondary Standards.
  • Monitors and maintains inventories of Placebo, System suit tubes, Internal standards, Impurities, Reagents and HPLC/GC columns.
  • Provides standards with C of As, when required for Internal and External customers.
  • Performs logging of raw material samples required for House Standardization into LIMS.
  • Performs routine tasks such as disposing samples in a safe and compliant manner and coordinates removal of pharmaceutical waste.
  • Responsible for sending laboratory samples for external testing in compliance manner.
  • Performs TDA related duties whenever required.
  • Coordinates and maintains an inventory of photocopier supplies.
  • Performs activation and deactivation of lab instrumentation in LIMS, when required.
  • 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
      • Community College education in a recognized educational institution in Chemistry or a related field; or relevant experience
    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
      • Good oral and written English communication skills
      • Knowledge of cGMP/cGLP
      • Problem solving abilities.
      • Excellent organization and time management skills.
      • Knowledge of Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office Programs.
    • Experience
      • Not applicable.

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 $42,850 - $71,416 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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