Education:  

High school diploma or equivalent required. 

Experience:  

Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in janitorial services. 

Preferably: Previous janitorial experience in a GMP environment, pharmaceutical or food processing environment 

Equivalency:  

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Good interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).  Ability to maintain accurate records of activities.  Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.  Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.  Proficiency with the English language. 

Standards and Expectations:    

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.  Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.). Be client and patient conscious at all times. Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving. Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working. Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner.  Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.     

Physical Requirements:  

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes, or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator. 

Disclaimer:   

This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job.  The description is not to be construed as a comprehensive statement of work, responsibilities, or requirements.  Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed. 

Nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract.  Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.  Any language contained herein is intended to fully align with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.